The symbolic insect became a popular motif for European and American jewelers at the turn of the 20th century.

‘For two hours, everything else goes away, you just are so focused ... It is so good it’s almost a meditation,’ says watercolourist Anne Maree O'Brien.

These magnificent museum gemstone cameos depict Augustus as a heroic leader and imply his equality with the gods.

Shane Couch’s meticulously researched oil paintings reflect his lifelong love of sailing and naval history.

Walk beneath the Sistine Chapel ceiling without flying to Europe.

Giovanni Bellini’s painting poetically communicates St. Francis’s devotion and contemplation.

One of the greatest archeological sites of medieval treasures was unearthed in 1939.

Something sinister is going on in Mrs. Manningham’s home and it’s driving her crazy.

Part 3 of this series features the third of Puccini’s three one-act operas, the comedy ‘Gianni Schicchi.’

Part 2 of this series features the second of Puccini’s one-act operas, the religious story ‘Suor Angelica.’

The first episodes in Angel Studios’ series offers a very promising start to the continuing story of King David.

Bette Davis and Errol Flynn carry the story of young women and their marital trials.

Operative Sam Fisher takes the lead in this film based on the ‘Splinter Cell’ game franchise.

Anyone with an internet connection can ‘visit’ this virtual museum of pilfered artifacts.

In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit one of the largest and most iconic public libraries in the United States.

How the quiet power of mercy prevails.

In this comedic play by Shakespeare, readers discover that words have the power to unite lovers, divide them, and bring them together once again.

In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit one of the finest Second Empire style country houses in America.

Faith in God kept Thomas More at peace as he awaited execution.

In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit a palatial luxury college in the oldest U.S. city.

Gold award recipients said the competition was a chance to grow, connect with audiences and carry on a tradition rooted in 5,000 years of Chinese culture.

The competition is part of a series of events hosted by NTD in support of traditional culture.

The classical Chinese dance competition is one in a series of international cultural and arts events hosted by NTD aimed at promoting traditional culture.

The sibling trio’s August 2025 record ‘Legacy Live’ features a compilation of their biggest hits and fan favorites.

Before Hollywood’s swashbuckling heroes ever drew a sword, Hector Berlioz’s ‘Roman Carnival’ captured the sound of adventure.

Country singer Hank Snow gave a poetic tribute to the natural beauty and quaint culture of his upbringing.

An iconic Western show inspired Toby Keith’s first hit song.

Paul Dresser’s ballad ‘On the Banks of the Wabash, Far Away’ become the official state song in 1913.

The large brass instrument in bands and orchestras gets a shout-out in this charming and informative book.

Paganini’s eminently inspirational 24th Caprice found new form, fashion, and listeners in Rachmaninoff’s capable hands.

Civil War surgeon B.F. Goodrich indulged his entrepreneural talent to found a great American company.

In this installment of “When Character Counted” is the story of a man whose phenomenal grit and courage became legendary in the U.S. Air Force.

In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we look at a tiny, 120-year-old structure largely unobserved in lower Manhattan.

Fujio Koshita saved countless by ringing the fire station’s bell.

In ‘This Week in History,’ subversives attempt to refute war legislation, forcing the U.S. court system to redefine the parameters of free speech.

In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we see how a North Carolina state park remained intact despite last year’s pummeling by Hurricane Helene.

Hawthorne developed his routine in his youth, and marriage helped his art blossom.

Author Dorothy Fletcher’s connection to her novel deepened with discovered music.

In a drowned world, a 22nd-century scholar hunts for a famous lost poem.

Someone is killing off counterinsurgent agents on American soil, and Jack Ryan Jr. is on the hit list.