Stories

Why Are Pen Pals Trending Again in 2026?
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Why Are Pen Pals Trending Again in 2026?
The practice of sending real letters, cards, and packages is back on the rise.
Up Close With New Squirrels & Chipmunks in Snow Stamps
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Up Close With New Squirrels & Chipmunks in Snow Stamps
Art director Derry Noyes shares how four photographs of familiar winter animals came together on a playful new set of stamps.
The Lowrider Way of Life: Rigoberto Reyes on Cars, Community, and Culture
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The Lowrider Way of Life: Rigoberto Reyes on Cars, Community, and Culture
A San Diego pioneer shares how lowriding, activism, and Chicano Park shaped a movement now honored by the USPS Lowriders stamps.
U.S. Coast Guard Academy Stamp Commemorates 150th Anniversary 
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U.S. Coast Guard Academy Stamp Commemorates 150th Anniversary
New Literary Arts Stamp Honors Sarah Orne Jewett
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New Literary Arts Stamp Honors Sarah Orne Jewett
Jewett’s portraits of New Englanders, both rural and urban, and of the landscapes of her native Maine, left a mark on American literature.
USPS Celebrates Barbie® with 10 New Stamp Designs
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USPS Celebrates Barbie® with 10 New Stamp Designs
These new stamps spotlight era-appropriate Barbie dolls dressed for 10 iconic careers.
Declaration of Independence Stamp Commemorates America's 250th
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Declaration of Independence Stamp Commemorates America's 250th
A bold stamp design breathes new life into a centuries-old document.
American Icons: New USPS Stamps by Ralph Lauren
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American Icons: New USPS Stamps by Ralph Lauren
A pane of 13 stamps curated by designer Ralph Lauren celebrates symbols of the American experience.
For the USPS American Bison Stamp, What’s Old Is New Again
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For the USPS American Bison Stamp, What’s Old Is New Again
The new buffalo stamp merges vintage stamp artwork with a modern design.
Stamp Encore: Mister Rogers Returns
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Stamp Encore: Mister Rogers Returns
The Mister Rogers stamp, originally released in 2018, is new again in 2026.
New Stamps Debut at the Boston 2026 World Expo
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New Stamps Debut at the Boston 2026 World Expo
During the eight days of the show, the Postal Service will host six first-day-of-issue ceremonies and one special dedication ceremony.
Postcrossing Global Stamps and Maxicards: Real Mail, Genuine Connections
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Postcrossing Global Stamps and Maxicards: Real Mail, Genuine Connections
Four new stamp designs celebrate the Postcrossing website for promoting connection and understanding across countries and cultures.
Bald Eagle Stamps Present a Fresh Take on America's National Symbol
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Bald Eagle Stamps Present a Fresh Take on America's National Symbol
Five new stamp designs feature realistic paintings of bald eagles at different life stages.
Route 66 Stamps Capture an Iconic Highway
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Route 66 Stamps Capture an Iconic Highway
Photographer David Schwartz's work graces eight new stamps celebrating the 100th anniversary of Route 66.
Figures of the American Revolution Stamps: Faces Behind the Fight for Independence
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Figures of the American Revolution Stamps: Faces Behind the Fight for Independence
The people featured reveal how varied lives intersected to build independence, offering a chance to explore contrasts, connections, and the collective spirit of the era.
5 New Lowrider Stamps Celebrating Chicano Car Culture
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5 New Lowrider Stamps Celebrating Chicano Car Culture
A new set of five stamps celebrates lowrider culture.
Who Was Harriet Powers? Formerly Enslaved Quilter Now on a U.S. Postage Stamp
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Who Was Harriet Powers? Formerly Enslaved Quilter Now on a U.S. Postage Stamp
Four new stamps celebrate Harriet Powers, whose stitched works are celebrated as masterpieces of American folk art and storytelling.
The Story Behind the New Bruce Lee Postage Stamp
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The Story Behind the New Bruce Lee Postage Stamp
A new stamp freezes Bruce Lee mid-air, honoring the Chinese American martial artist, actor, and filmmaker.