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Where do Halloween traditions come from?

Halloween  We don’t know exactly where Halloween originated, but one of the earliest records of it dates back roughly 2,000 ...
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The face of Halloween: Experts explain the history of pumpkin carving

The month of October is nearing an end, meaning Halloween is approaching and carved pumpkins are starting to glow in the ...

Celtic tradition used carved root veggies to scare off demons

It’s that time of year, for jack-o’-lanterns and other scary decorations to line the windows, sidewalks and front porches of Tahlequah houses. An article titled, “The story of Jack-o’-lantern: ‘If you ...

Why does Halloween fall on Oct. 31st? Why do we celebrate it? A look at holiday's origins

Halloween is only days away, but its history dates back centuries. Here is a look at the holiday's history and traditions.

From folklore to your front porch: The history of the jack-o'-lantern

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." ...

How Carving Pumpkins on Halloween became a Tradition in the U.S.?

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.

What is Hop-tu-Naa and how do Manx people mark it?

Manx people are preparing to mark Hop-tu-Naa by carving turnip lanterns and singing about Jinny the Witch. The Celtic ...