Notable Cannabis Activists in History
Meet notable cannabis activists in history whose advocacy shaped reform, from medical access pioneers to legalization campaigners and authors of the movement.
Culture, History & People
The Story of Cannabis in Jamaica
Explore the story of cannabis in Jamaica, known locally as ganja, its arrival on the island, ties to Rastafari culture, and its place in Jamaican identity.
How Cannabis Legalization Spread Across the US
Learn how cannabis legalization spread across the US, from early medical reforms to adult-use markets, and the patchwork of state and federal law that resulted.
The Emerald Triangle: California’s Cannabis Heartland
Discover the Emerald Triangle, California's legendary cannabis-growing region, its back-to-the-land roots, outdoor cultivation legacy, and shifting modern future.
Cannabis in Amsterdam: A Cultural History
Explore the cultural history of cannabis in Amsterdam, from the rise of coffeeshops and Dutch tolerance policy to the city's enduring global reputation.
The Hippie Trail and Hash Tourism
The Hippie Trail and hash tourism, exploring the overland journey across Asia, its cannabis culture, the regions travelers visited, and its lasting legacy.
Cannabis in Jazz and Music History
Cannabis in jazz and music history, exploring the plant's early ties to jazz culture, its role across musical eras, and its lasting influence on music.
A Short History of the Bong
A short history of the bong, tracing water-pipe smoking from ancient roots across cultures to the modern glass bong and its place in cannabis culture.
The Story Behind the Word “Kush”
The story behind the word kush, exploring its likely link to the Hindu Kush mountains, how it spread in cannabis culture, and the legends around the name.
The Cannabis Counterculture of the 1960s
The cannabis counterculture of the 1960s, exploring how the plant became a symbol of rebellion, its ties to music and protest, and its lasting cultural legacy.