Long before it became a hot topic in modern conversations, hemp was quietly shaping human history. From ancient sails that carried explorers across oceans, to strong ropes that built cities, to eco-friendly innovations of today, hemp has always been a plant with purpose.

Our “Are You Hip to Hemp?” blog series is here to take you on a journey through fascinating facts, surprising stories, and forgotten chapters of hemp’s rich past. You’ll meet visionary inventors, discover long-lost government films, and see how this humble plant has been woven (literally!) into the fabric of our lives for over 10,000 years.

Whether you’re a history buff, a sustainability enthusiast, or just curious about how one plant could be so influential, you’ll find something in this series that makes you say, “Wow… I didn’t know that!”

Click the images below and let’s turn the page on history together—are you hip to hemp?