Americana objects are connected to the history, geography, folklore and cultural heritage of the United States of America. Americana is any collection of materials and things characteristic of the United States or of the American people, and is representative or even stereotypical of American culture.
Americana is influenced by national identity, historical context, patriotism and nostalgia. The values and ideals which have come to characterize America, such as The American Dream, are central to the idea.
The things belonging to that category not be old, but are often associated with some element of the American experience. Advertising and marketing characterize periods, and the various types of antiques and collectible from these time periods are typical of Americana.
Material objects but also people, places, concepts and historical eras which are popularly identified with American culture belong to Americana.
The name “Americana” also refers to Americana music, a genre of contemporary music which incorporates elements of various American music styles, including country, roots-rock, folk, bluegrass and blues, resulting in a distinctive roots-oriented sound.
