On May 2, 1676, almost exactly 100 years before America declared its own independence, another kind of liberty was won. On that day, the freedom of one woman who had spent three months on a heart-wrenching, harrowing journey in Native American captivity, was finally returned to her. Her name was Mary Rowlandson, and today, we refer to this fateful […]
As America changed for World War II, so did Yankee Magazine. Rations and patriotism made paper hard to come by, so Yankee downsized from a 9×12 inch digest size (which fit the old presses well) to a new and iconic 6×9 size. Yankee stopped its monthly issues but published two annual four-page flyers to keep […]
As Yankee Magazine grew in the 1950s, Robb Sagendorph found himself being asked to speak for ceremonies and events. He loved to prank his audiences, and always brought with him a whimsical, quirky attitude. Some say his favorite prank was a wind-up moth that flew from the pages of books he would read from. He was really […]
While thousands of youngsters cherished their memories of a boys’ summer camp along a Maine lake, the owners’ son couldn’t wait to get away. Then, years later, he came back.
To celebrate Yankee‘s 80th anniversary in 2015, The Yankee Seeker will spend the year cooking and baking from the vast and colorful Yankee Magazine recipe archives. Will the retro results of this week’s Crab Cakes with Roasted Red Pepper and Garlic Aioli hold up to today’s tastes? We can’t wait to find out! Summer is […]
There’s nothing so pleasing as stepping out your door onto the beach and into the shimmering waves. Here’s our guide to the best beachside lodging in New England.
Inspired by the cooking at one of Cape Cod’s best restaurants, we asked for a fresh take on some classic New England clambake recipes. We got that—plus a look into a most unlikely, and fruitful, partnership.
Unlike most National Parks and despite its proximity to the city, a visit to the Boston Harbor Islands can still feel like a secret escape.
Since 1991, Ethan Beeler has been a ranger based at Boston National Historical Park, where his territory includes the Bunker Hill Monument, the Charlestown Navy Yard, the U.S.S. Constitution, Faneuil Hall, and other iconic downtown sites.
Where can a history-loving Yankee go to commemorate the Civil War? These 5 coastal forts are a great place to start.
There’s a lot to see in do in the Nutmeg State, but some activities really stand the test of time. Read our picks for the best classic attractions in Connecticut. Historic Highlight – Best Clams The Place, Guilford (1940s) They arrive at your table in a bath of buttery cocktail sauce, still on a grill grate, […]
The Boston Duck Tour was launched in 1994. How much do you know about this iconic New England attraction?
