1940's
Chemists at General Electric working with silicone stumbled across this material that can be kneaded, bounced, and stretched.
What is Silly Putty?
You could watch a movie from the comfort of your car here.
What is a Drive-In Theatre?
This British rock group was a massive hit with kids and teens. Crazed fans would faint at their concerts.
Who are the Beatles?
These pants flared out at the ankles. They regained popularity in the 1990s.
What are bellbottoms?
What is a slinky?
At these high school dances, teens would remove their shoes and dance in their socks to protect the gymnasium floor
What is a Sock Hop
By 1965, one hundred million dollars of this doll's merchandise was sold.
What is Barbie?
This was a popular way to add colorful swirls to plain, white clothing.
What is tie-dye?
Alluring icons of beauty, soldiers would often pin these images to their bunks or paint them on warplanes.
What are pin-up girls?
If you wanted a cold, refreshing drink or ice cream, you could get one here.
What is a Soda Fountain
This icon was adopted by the hippie culture and remains as popular today as it was when protests and antiwar marches were daily events.
What is a peace sign?
These "perfect pets" didn't eat, make noise, or need to be potty trained and were dreamed up by Gary Dahl as a joke.
What is a pet rock?
This fashion trend included high-waisted, wide-legged trousers paired with broad-shouldered jackets. Color-coordinated dress shirts, ties, suspenders, and fedoras accented the look.
What are zoot suits?
Elvis Presley and James Dean each had a pair of these that were about one and a half inches below the ears.
What are sideburns?
This is an electric toy-racing car that ran on a grooved track.
What are slot cars?
Artists such as the BeeGees, ABBA, and Donna Summer crooned their way into the hearts of people everywhere by playing this type of music.
What is disco?
In this art style, abstract artists, such as Jackson Pollock, experimented with new techniques, including dripping paint onto canvas.
What is abstract expressionism?
This fashion trend was made famous by Fess Parker who wore one while playing the role of David Crocket in the 1954 Disney miniseries.
What is a coonskin cap?
Now an Olympic sport, this beachside activity really caught a wave of popularity in the 60s.
What is surfing?
Farrah Fawcett rocked this hairdo.
What is feathered hair?