Did you know that the 1880s-1890s artwork 'Sketch by the Window' by J. Alden Weir features a female figure, windows, and architectural elements?
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Cabinet card of an unidentified infant in a Christening gown by J.P. Ball & Son — Did you know that this cabinet card of an infant, taken in Helena, Montana, features a reproduction of John Vanderlyn's 'Landing of Columbus' printed on its back, adding an unexpected historical layer to a personal portrait? National Museum of African American History and Culture
Huerfano County, Colorado by the numbers — Did you know? The U.S. Census Bureau's 2022 ACS 5-year estimates show Huerfano County, Colorado has a population of about 6,896, a median age of 55.4, a median household income of $49,631, a median home value of $231,200. U.S. Census Bureau
Rent benchmark — Grand Junction, CO MSA — HUD's 2025 Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom in Grand Junction, CO MSA, Colorado is $1,245 a month, compared with $961 for a one-bedroom and $1,745 for a three-bedroom. Fair Market Rents set the payment standard for housing choice vouchers. (Source: HUD Fair Market Rents). HUD User
Benton County, Arkansas by the numbers — Did you know? The U.S. Census Bureau's 2022 ACS 5-year estimates show Benton County, Arkansas has a population of about 286,528, a median age of 35.7, a median household income of $85,269, a median home value of $254,000. U.S. Census Bureau
Nellie Williams — Did you know that the photograph of Nellie Williams, likely a singer given the 'Arts and Culture' topic, was captured by photographer Jose Maria Mora sometime in the 1870s or 1880s, and depicts her wearing a necklace? National Portrait Gallery
