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Profiles in Pipes –– Ceremonial Pipes
Few artifacts are more easily recognized and, yet, more misunderstood than the Native American “peace pipe.” While ceremonial pipes played a vital role in the cultures across North America for millen… (View Post) -
Profiles in Pipes –– Graham Chapman
Graham Chapman (1/8/1941 – 10/4/1989) was the leading actor and one of the founding members of the influential comedy group Monty Python. He played starring roles in the Pythons’ most successful feat… (View Post) -
Profiles in Pipes –– Sherlock Holmes
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s detective has lived quite the cultural life so far. Whether you know this character as The Great Mouse Detective, a cryogenically frozen sleuth living in the 22nd century, a … (View Post) -
Artisan Showcase #6 –– Jason Patrick
For Jason Patrick, pipe-making is an act that can be equal parts incredibly satisfying and unbelievably frustrating. Yet, though he’s only been making pipes since 2019, he’s already on his way to bec… (View Post) -
Artisan Showcase #5 –– Brandon Brooks
Brandon Brooks––like many pipe smokers––has an appreciation for how physical objects work. Not only is he a talented pipe artisan, but he is also a percussion teacher. Before he entered the world of … (View Post)