Television
This family sitcom starred a father named Ward, a mother named June, and sons Wally and Beaver.
Leave It to Beaver
“Jailhouse Rock” and “Hound Dog” were hits for this famous singer.
Elvis Presley
Before online shopping, people could order clothing and household items from one of these books delivered to their home.
A catalog
This kitchen appliance was often used to make coffee before today's single-serve coffee makers.
A percolator
Children often used these three-wheeled toys to ride around the driveway or sidewalk.
Tricycles
On The Andy Griffith Show, Andy was the sheriff of this fictional North Carolina town.
Mayberry
This singer was famous for songs including “Que Sera, Sera” and starred in the movie The Man Who Knew Too Much.
Doris Day
Instead of buying something outright, shoppers could use this payment arrangement to pay for an item over time before taking it home.
Layaway
This piece of furniture was often covered with plastic to keep it clean and protected.
Sofa / couch
This popular playground activity involved jumping over a rope while chanting or singing.
Jump rope
This classic sitcom followed the adventures of a widowed father and his three sons, including Mike, Robbie, and Chip.
My Three Sons
This singer was known for hits such as “Respect” and “Think” and became known as the Queen of Soul.
Aretha Franklin
These little books or sheets were clipped from newspapers and magazines to save money at the grocery store.
Coupons
This item is often placed next to the bed and used to wake someone up in the morning.
Alarm clock
Children play this game by hiding while one person counted and then searched for everyone.
Hide-and-Seek
This classic television show featured a talking horse named Mr. Ed.
Mr. Ed
“Wake Up Little Susie” and “All I Have to Do Is Dream” were hits for this singing duo.
The Everly Brothers
What was the name of the famous green trading stamps that shoppers collected and redeemed for merchandise?
S&H Green Stamps
Before modern food storage containers, leftovers were often kept in these glass containers with lids.
Jars
Families often took these on summer vacations, packing the car and driving to their destination rather than flying.
Road trips
This lovable talking family dog was a star of the television show The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin.
Rin Tin Tin
This group had the 1970s hits “Stayin’ Alive” and “How Deep Is Your Love.”
The Bee Gees
What popular greeting card company began selling cards in the early 20th century and became a familiar name in American homes?
Hallmark
This piece of furniture became very popular in the 1970s and was often found in living rooms, sometimes covered in colorful fabric.
Beanbag chair
This was a popular way to listen to music at home in the 1960s and 70s, often played on a turntable.
Vinyl Records