Carving jack-o'-lanterns started long before the legend of the Headless Horseman. NPR's Leila Fadel speaks to Cindy Ott, author of "Pumpkin: The Curious History of an American Icon." ...
Discover the surprising history of carving pumpkins on Halloween in the U.S. Learn the origin of the Jack-o'-Lantern and this spooky tradition.
From signs on covered bridges to Celtic carvings, Jim McLaughlin has used wood to celebrate Warner’s 250 years. In this story, he reflects on the artist community that drew him to town in 1973—and how ...
The carving's origin lies in an Irish myth, where Stingy Jack deceived the Devil for financial gain. After Jack died, God wouldn’t let him into heaven and the Devil wouldn’t let him into hell, so he ...
Find out the date and significance of Halloween in 2025. Explore the history and traditions of this spooky holiday.