The Civil War pitted brother against brother, and stopped mail delivery across the Mason-Dixon line. Stamps of the C.S.A. reveal the economic desperation of the South, but also hint at its spirit.
Although you may recognize him with a much longer nose, this esteemed entertainer was the first — and to date, the only — Latino to win the Academy Award for Best Actor.
Each spring in Washington, D.C., delicate cherry blossoms turn the Tidal Basin into a spectacle of pink and white. Discover how artist Paul Rogers balanced a panoramic vista — and 100 years of friendship — in two small stamps.
What happens after a letter or package is handed over to the Postal Service? How does the mail get to 150 million addresses each day? Find out in a fascinating new video from the National Postal Museum — available for viewing right here!
The U.S. Postal Service and this popular television show are joining forces to promote a healthy lifestyle. Tune in on February 14 as the Heart Health stamp makes its television debut!
Love is in the air! Beginning February 2, Love Ribbons is available for purchase at usps.com and by phone at 1 800 782-6724. The official dedication ceremony remains February 14 in Colorado Springs, CO.
Learn more about John H. Johnson, the 2012 addition to the Black Heritage series in this special video featuring an interview with the stamp honoree's daughter. Plus, don't miss the new diary page release!
