George Harris of Barris Kustom Industries next to one of John Wayne’s Station Wagons. Hollywood’s leading car customizer — George Barris — devised a...
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Pledged to the Flag
The first flag raised on Iwo Jima during WWII, provided by Annin Flagmakers. Nearly two centuries after its founding, the standard-bearer of...
A True Original
For cultural preservationist and one-time park ranger Doug Leen, chasing down remnants of America’s past for future generations is both passion and...
Pitch Perfect
Photo courtesy of Sheridan Travel & Tourism The gold standard of American manufacturers, Wyoming’s own Sheridan Tent & Awning gives grade-A...
Wayne for America!
In the spirit of election season, two John Wayne-inspired campaigns get our vote. Written by Jenn Thornton Come election season, the talk is all...
Wayne on the Range
America’s quintessential on-screen cowboy took the reins in Hollywood—and of a cattle operation to boot. Written by Jenn Thornton The number of hats...
Duke’s Legacy: Part 7
In honor of Father’s Day comes the seventh photo story of John Wayne in a role he played best: Dad. MARISA WAYNE Marisa is Duke’s youngest daughter...
Duke’s Legacy: Part 6
In honor of Father’s Day comes the sixth photo story of John Wayne in a role he played best: Dad. ETHAN WAYNE Ethan is John Wayne’s youngest son...
Duke’s Legacy: Part 5
In honor of Father’s Day comes the fifth photo story of John Wayne in a role he played best: Dad. Aissa in the director’s chair reading her dad’s...
Duke’s Legacy: Part 4
In honor of Father’s Day comes the fourth photo story of John Wayne in a role he played best: Dad. Melinda gives her dad a hug. MELINDA WAYNE MUNOZ...
Duke’s Legacy: Part 3
In honor of Father’s Day comes the third photo story of John Wayne in a role he played best: Dad. Patrick with his dad on set of the western film...
Duke’s Legacy: Part 2
In honor of Father’s Day comes the second photo story of John Wayne in a role he played best: Dad. MARY ANOTONIA WAYNE Born in 1936, Mary Antonia,...
Duke’s Legacy: Part 1
In honor of Father’s Day comes the first photo story of John Wayne in a role he played best: Dad. MICHAEL WAYNE Born in 1934, Michael was John...
Day of the Duke
John Wayne on the set of The Alamo, c. 1960. A Lone Star State-inspired capsule collection marks the return of John Wayne Day—and Duke’s status as...
Calling the Shots
Granger cottonseed oil mill, c. 1910. Photo by Bronson Dorsey Photographer Bronson Dorsey’s photographic exploration Lost, Texas captures the beauty...
Two for the Show
John Wayne (Rooster Cogburn) with Kim Darby on the set of True Grit (1969) in Ridgway, CO. The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum’s new...
A Big Production
John Wayne on the set of True Grit in Ridgway, Colorado To Honor the 50-Year Anniversary of True Grit, Old West Fest brings another classic to town....
A Glittering Talent
Tailor Nudie Cohn, famous designer and style icon widely known for inventing the Nudie Suit, embellishing with everything from fringe and...
Lessons From My Father: Part 4
Patrick Wayne (left) on the set of Hondo with his father John Wayne (right), c. 1953. Patrick Wayne speaks volumes about the example set by a man of...
Lessons From My Father: Part 3
Marisa Wayne with her father John Wayne. Co-owner of boutique studio GritCycle, Marisa Wayne reflects on what her father knew best. As told to Jenn...
Lessons From My Father: Part 2
John Wayne with his daughter Melinda on his boat Wild Goose, a decommissioned US Navy Yard Mine Sweeper now owned and operated by Hornblower...