Super 50s

Welcome to the Golden Era! If your heart skips a beat for warm family dinners, Elvis on the radio and Lucy on the screen or you like to remember iconic historic moments and test your 50s knowledge, you’re in the right place.

Super50s welcomes you back, to when respect cost nothing and family time was sacred.

  • Chester Gould's Artistic Style Chester Gould's Dick Tracy comics in the 1950s were a wild ride. His art style was bold, with thick lines and characters that popped off the page. Gould mixed realism with a dash of the bizarre,…

  • In the 1950s, television wasn't just a source of entertainment; it was a family affair, bringing households together in a shared experience. Shows like "I Love Lucy" became weekly events that captured the spirit of the times, weaving humor and…

  • High School Tryouts in the 50s The football field stretched out like a long, green carpet under the hot afternoon sun. Cheerleaders nearby shook their pom-poms, practicing routines with infectious energy. Their laughter and high spirits were as catching as…

  • In 1950s America, family game nights were a beloved tradition. Board games like Monopoly held a special place in these gatherings, mirroring the era's optimism and communal spirit. With each roll of the dice, families enjoyed entertainment and learned valuable…

  • Bakelite Jewelry's Rise in the Art Deco Era Bakelite jewelry burst onto the scene in the early 1900s, following Dr. Leo Baekeland's discovery of this durable plastic. During the Art Deco era, it gained immense popularity, appearing in a myriad…

  • Description and Features Hopalong Cassidy board games were a treat from the 1950s. The game board featured Western-themed illustrations that brought the cowboy world to life. It came with: The game was all about hunting outlaws, just like in the…

  • The soda fountain buzzed like bees at a fair. Kids piled in after school, their chatter washing over me. Benny showed off his new hairdo, slicked back and shiny. Susie twirled her ponytail, pretending not to notice Benny's grin. The…

  • History of Dinky Toys Picture this: the 1950s, when kids had more freedom to roam and their imaginations were fueled by toys like Dinky Toys. Born from Frank Hornby's creative mind, these die-cast gems captivated kids and adults for decades.…

  • Design and Features of 1950s Bell Telephone Desk Sets Bell Telephone desk sets were a big deal in the 1950s. With their rotary dials and solid build, these phones were dependable and felt like a piece of the future in…