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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 – Texas Tech University

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Discovery Series Texas Tech University is a brand-new addition to the Campus Collection of mugs. Starbucks continues adding universities that were not represented in the previous Series.

Texas Tech University was founded in 1923 in Lubbock as Texas Technological College, created by the Texas Legislature to bring higher education to West Texas. The institution opened in 1925 with six buildings, an enrollment of 914 students, and a mission to serve the plains region. The university’s distinctive Spanish Renaissance architecture, designed by William Ward Watkin, created a cohesive campus aesthetic that continues to define Texas Tech today.… 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 Ornament – Indianapolis

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Discovery Series Ornament Indianapolis is a mini mug for the “Crossroads of America”.

Indianapolis was founded in 1821 as a planned city and chosen for its central location within Indiana, which later earned it the nickname “The Crossroads of America.” Its growth accelerated with the arrival of railroads and major highways, transforming it into a transportation and manufacturing hub. Over time, the city developed a strong cultural identity shaped by sports, music, and Midwestern traditions, all of which are reflected in the imagery of the mug.… 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 – Edmonton

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The Discovery Series Ornament Edmonton is a fresh release for a dynamic Canadian city known for its vast river valley, thriving arts scene, and role as Alberta’s capital.

Edmonton emerged as a fur trading post in 1795 when the Hudson’s Bay Company established Fort Edmonton along the North Saskatchewan River. The settlement grew slowly until the Klondike Gold Rush of 1897-1898 made Edmonton a gateway for prospectors heading north, while the arrival of the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1891 spurred development.… Read more

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Discovery Series – The Hamptons

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Discovery Series The Hamptons is a mug for a collection of upscale seaside towns known for their beaches, historic villages, and summer retreat culture.

The Hamptons encompass a collection of villages and hamlets on the eastern end of Long Island, New York, with settlement dating back to the 1640s when English colonists established farming and whaling communities. Originally known as Southampton, East Hampton, and surrounding areas, these towns remained agricultural and fishing communities for centuries before transformation began in the late 1800s when wealthy New Yorkers discovered the pristine beaches.… 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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