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The legendary Martha Graham Dance Company is bringing modern dance back to Mexico City's iconic Palacio de Bellas Artes this October after nearly half a century away. The homecoming celebrates both the company's centennial and Mexico's profound influence on Graham's revolutionary art.
Dozens of young volunteers spent their weekend removing graffiti and picking up trash at a historic Tulsa plaza as the famous highway prepares to celebrate its 100th birthday. The two-hour cleanup brought fresh energy to a beloved landmark.
Three classmates from 1950, all in their 90s, reunited to celebrate the centennial of St. Petersburg High School's historic building. Generations of alumni walked the halls again, sharing stories that span from the Great Depression to today.
Dozens of volunteers grabbed trash bags and safety vests to spruce up Springfield's stretch of historic Route 66 ahead of the highway's 100th birthday celebration. The Mother Road Refresh shows how community pride can transform a landmark.
Cranford's youngest residents will dress up as centenarians this Friday to celebrate 100 years of early childhood education advocacy. The playful event caps a week of activities honoring the National Association for the Education of Young Children's centennial milestone.
The legendary Harlem Globetrotters are celebrating their centennial season with a brand new video game launching later this year. Fans can finally experience the team's signature showmanship and basketball magic from their own couches.
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The oldest professional dance troupe in America just marked a century of transforming how we move and express emotion through dance. Martha Graham's revolutionary approach created an entirely new art form that still captivates audiences worldwide.
American Airlines is celebrating its centennial with caviar, beef Wellington, and prawn cocktails inspired by the golden age of flying. The limited-time retro menu launches in March for premium passengers.