1960s Bags
Description: Fruit Stripe Gum, introduced in 1960 by James Parker, became famous for its vibrant stripes and fruity flavors. Initially promoted by the Fruit Stripe Gum Man, an anthropomorphic gum pack, the brand later introduced the Stripe Family Animals, including a zebra, tiger, elephant, and mouse. Over time, the zebra—Yipes—became the sole mascot, recognized for his energetic personality and the slogan "Yipes! Stripes!". Fruit Stripe wrappers also featured temporary tattoos of Yipes engaging in various sports
Bobby Seale and Huey Newton - Oakland California 1966 Black Panther Party Bag
by UrbanLifeApparel
$24
Description: You luv'em, you eat'em, you scream for them - Thats right Screaming Yellow Zonkers - get yours now !!! Screaming Yellow Zonkers was a popcorn snack food, produced and marketed by Lincoln Snacks in the USA from 1968-2007, with subsequent limited editions. Zonkers were noted for the bold graphics and funny text of their packaging. In 1968 Lincoln Snacks developed a nut-free, kosher sugar glazed popcorn with a strong yellow color — as a variant of their other popcorn products, Fiddle Faddle and Poppycock. When Lincoln executives invited major ad agencies in Chicago to pitch ideas for a name and marketing concept, a small agency, Hurvis, Binzer & Churchill won the account, naming the product "Screaming Yellow Zonkers"
Description: The Monterey International Pop Festival was a three-day concert event held June 16 to June 18, 1967 at the Monterey County Fairgrounds in Monterey, California. The festival is remembered for the first major American appearances by numerous major artists of the '60s. The event embodied the theme of California as a focal point for the counterculture and generally is regarded as one of the beginnings of the “Summer of Love” in 1967. Because Monterey was widely promoted and heavily attended, featured historic performances, and was the subject of a popular theatrical documentary film, it became an inspiration and a template for future music festivals for decades to come...
Description: The Minnesota North Stars were a professional ice hockey team for 26 seasons, from 1967 to 1993. The North Stars played their home games at the Metropolitan Sports Center in Bloomington, Minnesota, and the team's colors for most of its history were green, yellow, gold, and white. The North Stars played 2,062 regular season games and made the playoffs 17 times, including two finals appearances, but were unable to bring home the cup. After the 1992–93 season, the franchise moved to Dallas.
Description: Celebrate the legacy of the 13th Floor Elevators, the pioneering psychedelic rock band from Austin, Texas. Active between 1965 and 1969, they were the first to describe their music as "psychedelic rock," a term that appeared on their business card in January 1966. This vintage-inspired design pays homage to their groundbreaking sound and cultural impact
13th Floor Elevators T-Shirt – Psychedelic Rock Band – Vintage Austin Music Tee Bag
by SubSonic Shirts
$24
Description: Schwinn introduced the original Sting-Ray in 1963 after the company realized kids in California had been customizing their bikes to look like motorcycles. Bikes were fitted with 20-inch wheels, elongated seats, rear "sissy bars," and ape hanger handlebars. It didn't take long for Schwinn to develop a similar style. Al Fritz, Schwinn's director of research and development, recommended the Sting-Ray as a way to replicate the style California kids were looking for. The Sting-Ray quickly became the bestselling bike in Schwinn's history. These kids' bikes featured a coaster brake on the large back wheel and wide-stance handlebars that were perfect for popping big wheelies. The connection of the bike's name with the (at the time) new Corvette
