In honor of Friday Beers, we're dedicating this incredible vintage Hamm's ad to @normcharlatan.bsky.social today. Hamm's was killing it with their 1970s marketing campaigns, eh @discontinuedfoods.bsky.social?

In honor of Artemis II and humankind’s renewed efforts of moon exploration, here’s a vintage 1970s television spot for Shell, who used the popularity of the Apollo missions to sell their ‘Super Shell’ gasoline. Would you take a spin on the moon? #vintage #historysky

Who knew retro hearing advertisements relied so much on suggestive women taking a shower? 😅 Did she sell YOU on oil heat? #vintage #historysky

Back in the day, before you could create kids profiles on Netflix or YouTube, TV stations had to ensure the public they wouldn’t let the youth of the time get corrupted by televised content. Was it too much or too little? #vintage #historysky

An old women’s fashion advertisement for Caprolan nylon dresses gives us a fascinating glimpse into the popular styles of mid-century America. Would you wear these prints in 2026? #vintage #history

In 1976, NBC aired a daytime children’s program called McDuff, The Talking Dog, starring future Tony Award nominee Walter Willison. All surviving reels of the show were lost to a fire, but the opening credits re-surfaced a few years ago. Enjoy it in all of its campy, retro glory! #vintage #history

The idea of Wall Street’s presence in our daily lives isn’t a new concept. Personal investment advertisements go back to the mid-century era, for better and for worse...

The marketing team behind this 1950s allergy medicine really sold the idea of Arizona as a easy-breathing paradise! It might seem strange in modern times, but the desert air was long prescribed by doctors for tuberculosis patients or anyone with a chronic, congested cough. #historysky #vintage

With the recent launch of Artemis II and humanity’s exciting return to the final frontier, we’re turning the clock back to one of the final Apollo missions that actually put people on the lunar surface. Would you ever travel to the moon? #artemis #nasa #historysky

Is this a mid-century television spot for American Oil Company or a live shot of present day drivers skipping the high gas prices… Notice how they emphasize “lead free” gas. This ad was released after the risks of leaded gasoline were made public. #vintage #history

A rather unique yet sterile television commercial for the Volkswagen automaker, released sometime in the mid-20th century. Was it enough to sell you a Beetle? #volkswagen #beetle #slugbug #vintage #history

Coca-Cola even snuck it into their "The Right Products" ad campaign (which is admittedly underwhelming for a Coke spot)!

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Olympade (1970-1971): A canned, orange-flavored, "thirst-quenching" sports drink from Coca-Cola, who were able to arrange a deal with the US Olympic committee to use their logo and iconography. It was tested solely in and around Birmingham, AL but never caught on

This vintage Bactine commercial claims it doesn’t just kill bacteria—it eliminates ugliness germs! A young brunette woman explains why it’s the superior skin care product. Uncanny vibes all around…

This 1967 Coca-Cola commercial follows Mary Ann Lynch, a globe-trotting TWA flight attendant, as she racks up the miles—and stays refreshed with a classic Coke. From runway to rooftop, it’s nonstop glamour, motion, and mid-century cool. #aviation #CocaCola

In 1961, General Motors gave us a once-lost musical short. This high art surrealism takes you deep into the land of industrial fantasy. Presented with Broadway choreography, baroque narration, and the gleaming promise of convenience—it’s a hallucination in pastel. #musical #artsky

This Lost Musical Short of the 1960s Is BIZARRE...

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Step into the groove of 1968! This one-minute clip captures young people dancing with pure joy and total freedom—decked out in the unforgettable fashion of the late ‘60s: miniskirts, go-go boots, bold prints, and big hair. #Dance

Step into the heart of 1950s America with this vintage cattle auction footage! Watch as fast-talking auctioneers rattle off bids at breakneck speed in a world where livestock meant livelihood. #history

Step into the 1939 New York World’s Fair, where imagination met innovation—and the carnival rides were old-school thrill. This is a time capsule of spinning chairs and towering attractions, all captured in beautiful 16mm. The world was on the cusp of change, but here? It was the promise of tomorrow.

What Did Old School Carnival Rides ACTUALLY Look Like?

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We all remember childhood, but rarely was it captured in all of its innocence. This nostalgic clip captures the carefree nature of girlhood when surrounded by friends. Joy, bliss, and endless laughter. It feels like one hundred lifetimes ago. #girlhood #homevideos

Paddle back in time to the 1970s, when adventure meant muddy boots and canoes cutting through quiet lakes. This heartwarming clip captures the freedom of boyhood in the great outdoors: hiking through cliffside and gliding across calm waters with nothing but a paddle and a sense of wonder. #memory

Ever wonder how the human eye actually works? Watch as animated rods and cones, and camera-eye comparisons bring the science of sight to life— all with that classic "gee whiz!" energy only the 1930s could deliver. #Science #educationsky

How Do Human Eyes ACTUALLY Work?

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In the late 1950s, America pushed the limits of exploration—all the way to the North Pole. This rare newsreel footage framed scientific exploration as a new kind of battleground for progress. Step back into a time when science wasn't just for understanding—it was for adventure. #history #science

Step into a 1960s Disneyland dream! This rare POV from the Skyway ride floats high above Disneyland in Anaheim, CA, giving a bird’s eye view of the theme park like never before Pure vintage Disney magic! #DisneyHistory

Ever wondered how hot dogs were made back in the day? Take a trip back in time with this oddly satisfying (and slightly unsettling) clip from the This Is Hormel documentary. This is exactly how your grandpa’s ballpark dog came to life. #foodhistory #glizzy

The CRAZY Way Hot Dogs Are Actually Made... | Food Documentary

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Step into 1957 with TV icon Arlene Francis as she makes chatting on the phone look effortlessly glamorous! This delightful moment reminds us of the days when hearing someone’s voice was the highlight of your evening. Before smartphones, before social media.

Step into a nostalgia-drenched Easter morning from April 7th, 1964… Captured on beautiful 16mm film, this rare yet perfectly preserved home video shows a young girl and her friends hunting for Easter eggs in Southern California. Sourced from the D.L. Schreyer Collection. #easter #16mm #kodachrome

This rare clip takes you inside the factory to see the mesmerizing manufacturing process behind rotary phones in the 1950s. It’s a perfectly preserved piece of American industrial design — and proof that even the everyday phone was once a marvel of engineering. #technology #engineering

How Telephones Were ACTUALLY Made In America | Factory Documentary

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More rare, silent home video footage from Disneyland preserved in beautiful color. This clip captures candid moments of families exploring the park’s golden era, and the original charm that made it a cultural icon. The real magic of old Disneyland, exactly how it looked over 60 years ago. #disney

Step back into the magic of 1960s Disneyland with this rare, beautifully preserved home video footage. Captured by a Boy Scout troop during the park’s golden age, this 1-minute silent reel offers a dreamy glimpse of pure vintage vibes and childhood wonder. #disneyland #disneyhistory

Sink your teeth into another vintage slice of this 1960s Hormel documentary clip, showcasing the savory science behind their iconic ham production. Restored from archival film, this is part of the This Is Hormel doc series. Follow for more rediscovered gems like this! #ham #foodhistory

How was Ham ACTUALLY Made in America? | Vintage Food Documentary

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