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Discovery Series – Mississippi

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Discovery Series Mississippi is a mug for the “The Magnolia State”.

Mississippi’s story is closely tied to the waterways and cultures that shaped the American South. Long before statehood in 1817, the region was home to Native American civilizations such as the Mississippian culture, whose influence remains visible in archaeological sites across the state. European exploration and river trade later transformed Mississippi into a key corridor for commerce, agriculture, and cultural exchange, especially along the Mississippi River. Over time, the state became a powerful cradle of music, cuisine, and traditions that continue to influence American identity today.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Nebraska

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Discovery Series Ornament Nebraska is a mini mug for a State where prairie heritage, pioneer spirit, and agriculture shaped the American heartland.

Nebraska’s history is shaped by its role as a crossroads of westward expansion and agricultural development in the United States. Long before it became a state in 1867, the region was traversed by Indigenous trade routes and later by pioneers travelling the Oregon, California, and Mormon Trails during the mid-1800s. The Platte River Valley served as a natural highway for settlers heading west, while landmarks like Chimney Rock became powerful symbols of both hope and hardship on the frontier.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Ohio

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Discovery Series Ornament – Ohio is a mini mug for a diverse Midwestern state known for its vibrant cities, rich history, pivotal role in American industry, and a blend of rural charm and urban energy.

Ohio became the 17th state on March 1, 1803, carved from the Northwest Territory as the first state created from federal lands. The region’s strategic position along the Ohio River made it a gateway for westward expansion, while the completion of the Erie Canal in 1825 connected Ohio’s northern cities to eastern markets.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – New Mexico

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Discovery Series Ornament New Mexico is a mini mug for the State known as the Land of Enchantment, that blends ancient cultures, dramatic desert landscapes, and a deep artistic spirit unlike anywhere else in the United States.

New Mexico’s history is shaped by layers of Native American, Spanish, Mexican, and American influence, making it one of the oldest cultural crossroads in the United States. Long before it became a U.S. territory in 1850 and a state in 1912, the region was home to ancestral Pueblo peoples whose settlements date back more than a thousand years.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Wisconsin

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Discovery Series Wisconsin for a state which blends nature, tradition, and Midwestern warmth

Wisconsin became the 30th state on May 29, 1848, after decades as a territory attracting immigrants from Germany, Scandinavia, and Poland who established farms and communities. The state’s name derives from a Native American word meaning “gathering of the waters,” reflecting its abundant rivers and lakes. Wisconsin’s economy flourished through dairy farming, brewing, and manufacturing, earning the nickname “America’s Dairyland” as cheese and milk production became synonymous with the state.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Mississippi

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Discovery Series Ornament Mississippi is a mini mug for the culturally rich U.S. state shaped by the Mississippi River, deep musical roots, and a strong sense of Southern heritage.

Mississippi became the 20th state on December 10, 1817, with its name derived from the Ojibwe word meaning “great river.” The territory’s economy developed around cotton plantations using enslaved labour, making it central to the antebellum South and a founding member of the Confederacy. The Civil War devastated Mississippi, followed by decades of Reconstruction, Jim Crow laws, and racial violence that made it a focal point of the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Oklahoma

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The Discovery Series Oklahoma is a mug for “The Sooner State”, where history, land, and grit come together.

Oklahoma became the 46th state on November 16, 1907, after serving as “Indian Territory” where the federal government forcibly relocated dozens of Native American tribes during the 1830s-1850s. The Land Run of 1889 opened former Indian lands to white settlement, with tens of thousands racing to claim plots in a chaotic scramble that gave rise to the “Sooner” nickname for those who entered early.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Wisconsin

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The Discovery Series Ornament Wisconsin is a release for the Badger State, known for its lakes, farming roots, and strong sense of community.

Wisconsin became the 30th state on May 29, 1848, after decades as a territory attracting immigrants from Germany, Scandinavia, and Poland who established farms and communities. The state’s name derives from a Native American word meaning “gathering of the waters,” reflecting its abundant rivers and lakes. Wisconsin’s economy flourished through dairy farming, brewing, and manufacturing, earning the nickname “America’s Dairyland” as cheese and milk production became synonymous with the state.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Arkansas

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Discovery Series Arkansas is a mug for the “The Natural State”, known for its forests, rivers, and deep roots in folk music and outdoor culture.

Arkansas became the 25th state on June 15, 1836, with a name derived from a French interpretation of a Quapaw Indian word meaning “land of downriver people.” The territory’s early economy relied on cotton plantations in the fertile Delta region and timber harvesting in the mountainous north. The discovery of bauxite deposits brought industrialization during World War II, while the 1957 desegregation crisis at Little Rock Central High School thrust Arkansas into the national spotlight.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Oklahoma

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For some reason, the buffalo image is my favourite detail in the design of the Discovery Series Ornament Oklahoma.

Oklahoma became the 46th state on November 16, 1907, following a unique history as “Indian Territory” where the federal government forcibly relocated dozens of Native American tribes during the 1830s-1850s. The Land Run of 1889 opened former Indian lands to white settlement, with tens of thousands of settlers racing to claim plots in a chaotic scramble that gave Oklahoma its “Sooner” nickname.… Read more

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