Centuries after they were written, Shakespeare’s words remain poignant as we honor veterans on Memorial Day.

Centuries after they were written, Shakespeare’s words remain poignant as we honor veterans on Memorial Day.
Holocaust survivors have incredibly important stories to tell, and it’s imperative we protect those stories, as well as the people behind them.
You may have heard of ‘Gothic horror,’ but do you know what makes a story ‘Gothic’ or not? This resources provides a quick, high-level breakdown of key elements, themes, and techniques that can earn a story the label of ‘Gothic,’ as well as a few examples of famous Gothic horror stories you can read on your own.
Have you ever wondered how ancient Egyptian mummies remain so well preserved? Recently discovered jars may hold the answer.
Key dates and events are highlighted in this brief, informative overview of the American Civil War.
Many of Shakespeare’s works might be lost to us forever had they not been preserved in a collection of published manuscripts known as the First Folio.
Read about how 1776, a musical about the founding fathers, takes on a modern and thought-provoking twist through its most diverse cast to date.
This article highlights the struggle for equality in the town of Oxford, North Carolina.
Read about how an unlikely discovery and fate worked together to shed light on a Jewish family’s experiences during the Holocaust.
Celia Cruz, a Cuban American Salsa legend, continues to make her mark on American History.
Watch this video clip to learn more about these amazing female pilots and the enduring legacy of women in aviation.
Read this in-depth article about the Tulsa Massacre.
Scientists don’t understand exactly how rogue waves form, but they predict these types of waves will only get bigger.
We’ve all heard of the liberty bell, but check out this article to learn more about the history and significance behind this extraordinary historical artifact.
Learn about all about music producer Pete Rock’s incredible career and influence in the music industry.
Today we study Shakespeare in school and often see his plays in formal settings, but is that how they were meant to be experienced? Learn more about what going to see a play was really like when Shakespeare’s theater company put them on stage for the first time.
In 1951, 16-year-old Barbara Johns found herself in the middle of the fight to end segregation in American schools, an effort she compared to “reaching for the moon.”
Read about how the experiences of a Holocaust refugee and a Syrian Civil War refugee are bridged by a university exhibit in Wales.
Harriet Tubman has long been a legend in the fight to abolish slavery in the United States. Recently, scholars have begun to take a closer look at what we think we know about the woman behind the legend.
During the Revolutionary War, France supplied the Americans with money, soldiers, and ammunition. Read about the strong ties that remained when the war ended.