How the New Clock Ruled the Family and the Factory
Explore how the new clock ruled the family and factory, replacing natural rhythms with rigid schedules and why that shift still shapes our daily lives today.
The Apprentice Shop
Curiosity is a legacy. This corner of the Parlor is about the journey of mentorship, family, and lineage—ensuring the next generation has the tools to explore their own world. We focus on passing down foundational skills and the spirit of independent thought so the path of creation and discovery continues long after our work is done. Just like the previous generations did for ours.
Discover the StoryHow the New Clock Ruled the Family and the Factory
USS Langley’s Chief Machinist Mate Lost in the Battle of the Java Sea
Discover the story of the USS Langley’s chief machinist mate and the grit behind America’s earliest aircraft carrier during the Battle of the Java Sea.
Fighting to Bring Back the Know-How We’ve Forgotten
We lost practical skills to convenience, outsourcing, and screens. Now, a new generation is picking up the tools and reclaiming what we left behind.
Family History: Your 5-Step Guide on How to Start
Learn how to start exploring your family history with this simple 5-step guide. From gathering what you know to using online resources, begin your discovery today!
Gastrock Special: The Putty Hill Garage Racing Team from 1962 to 1964
Explore the legacy of the Putty Hill Garage Racing Team from 1962 to 1964. Discover how the Gastrock Special and its drivers left a mark on stock car racing history.
NASCAR Champions: The Nite Crawlers’ Winning Story
The Nite Crawlers Racing Team were back to back NASCAR Champions in the Modified Division in 1960 and 1961.
Dominating Alcyon Speedway: The Putty Hill Garage Racing Team from 1958 to 1959
In 1958, Ed "Fireball" Lindsay took over driving for the Putty Hill Garage Racing Team. Ed won track champion in the Modified class at Alcyon Speedway.