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Handcrafted Furniture and the 250th: Why 2026 Is the Year to Invest in Pieces That Last

Tagged: 250th Anniversary American Furniture Craftsmanship Handcrafted Semiquincentennial The Craft
America's 250th is driving renewed interest in handcrafted furniture built to last generations. Here is why 2026 is the year to invest in pieces built the traditional way.
Formal Federal-period dining room with mahogany table, Chippendale chairs, and candlelight — EGA Home

American Furniture at 250: The Craft That Shaped How We Live

Tagged: 250th Anniversary American Furniture Craftsmanship Semiquincentennial The Craft
As America marks its 250th anniversary, the furniture traditions born in colonial workshops are still alive. Here is what that craft looks like today and why it matters.