Looking Up at Woodies: Fashion, Memory and Veterans’ Stories in Washington, D.C.

Folklife Today: American Folklife Center & Veterans History Project

06/23/2026 10:16 AM EDT

What can a historic department store reveal about veterans' experiences? Inspired by Washington's iconic Woodward & Lothrop building, this post explores unexpected connections between fashion, community life and stories preserved by the Veterans History Project. Through photographs and personal narratives, it shows how everyday places can open doors to hidden histories.

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