Why the Number 9 Signals Fulfillment and the Edge of Transformation
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Why the Number 9 Signals Fulfillment and the Edge of Transformation

The significance of this last odd single-digit is found across cultures since time immemorial.

Adam Elsheimer’s Poetic Depictions of the Flight Into Egypt
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Adam Elsheimer’s Poetic Depictions of the Flight Into Egypt

Two of Elsheimer’s copper paintings of the biblical narrative give insight into his innovative artistry.

Raphaelle Peale: America’s First Still Life Painter
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Raphaelle Peale: America’s First Still Life Painter

Peale’s important body of work established the still life tradition in America.

Tune in Today: Mahler’s ‘Adagietto,’ or Symphony No. 5
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Tune in Today: Mahler’s ‘Adagietto,’ or Symphony No. 5

Near the end of Mahler’s symphony, the ravishing “Adagietto” movement chronicles the joy of falling in love.

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Adam Elsheimer’s Poetic Depictions of the Flight Into Egypt

Adam Elsheimer’s Poetic Depictions of the Flight Into Egypt

Two of Elsheimer’s copper paintings of the biblical narrative give insight into his innovative artistry.

Raphaelle Peale: America’s First Still Life Painter

Raphaelle Peale: America’s First Still Life Painter

Peale’s important body of work established the still life tradition in America.

Bronzino’s Mother and Son Masterpiece

Bronzino’s Mother and Son Masterpiece

‘Portrait of Eleonora di Toledo With Her Son Giovanni’ at the Uffizi Gallery is considered the Italian mannerist painter’s crown jewel.

‘The Land of Evangeline’: The Haunting Beauty of the Bayou

‘The Land of Evangeline’: The Haunting Beauty of the Bayou

Joseph Meeker’s romantic vison illustrates the faithful protagonist in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s epic poem ‘Evangeline, a Tale of Acadie.’

Behold the Beauty: Donatello’s St. George

Behold the Beauty: Donatello’s St. George

The Renaissance master sculptor executed a bold and dynamic St. George statue for the Guild of Armorers and Swordmakers.

Hendrick Avercamp: A Painter of Winter for All Seasons

Hendrick Avercamp: A Painter of Winter for All Seasons

The Dutch painter’s animated winter landscapes were in such demand that he even painted them in summer.

Eugene Warburg: The Forgotten Sculptor of New Orleans

Eugene Warburg: The Forgotten Sculptor of New Orleans

‘Uncle Tiff’ is one of the few works known to survive by the African American sculptor.

In Praise of Trees: An Arbor Day Journey Through American Art

In Praise of Trees: An Arbor Day Journey Through American Art

From sublime panoramas to quiet woodland interiors, these paintings give viewers a perspective into the artists’ study of trees.

‘Father of the Bride’: The Beloved Tale, 1950s-Style

‘Father of the Bride’: The Beloved Tale, 1950s-Style

This simple story of an overwhelmed father, his newly engaged daughter, and the subsequent wedding planning kerfuffle will inspire and delight.

‘Beaches’ Brings Lifelong Friendship to Broadway

‘Beaches’ Brings Lifelong Friendship to Broadway

Broadway’s ‘Beaches’ offers powerhouse vocals and a classic tale of lifelong friendship, but the musical struggles to find emotional depth.

‘Titanique’ Sails to Broadway

‘Titanique’ Sails to Broadway

Marla Mindelle and Jim Parsons lead a winning cast in this parody musical that brings the 1997 film back to life—with laughs.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater Brings New Life to ‘The Merry Wives of Windsor’

Chicago Shakespeare Theater Brings New Life to ‘The Merry Wives of Windsor’

A lively Chicago Shakespeare Theater revival of “The Merry Wives of Windsor” delivers big laughs and fresh energy to one of Shakespeare’s most debated comedies.

‘In Which We Serve’: Britain at War, Up Close

‘In Which We Serve’: Britain at War, Up Close

A British war film made at the start of WWII shows patriotism from the perspective of a warship going to sea.

‘Michael’: The ‘King of Pop’ Biopic Is Only Half of the Story

‘Michael’: The ‘King of Pop’ Biopic Is Only Half of the Story

The studio recognized a tell-all would’ve been a disaster, so it presents just the early stuff.

‘The Treasure of Sierra Madre’: All That Glitters

‘The Treasure of Sierra Madre’: All That Glitters

This installment of ‘Movies for Young Adults’ suggests a man’s gold is his sense of himself.

Why the Number 9 Signals Fulfillment and the Edge of Transformation

Why the Number 9 Signals Fulfillment and the Edge of Transformation

The significance of this last odd single-digit is found across cultures since time immemorial.

Horta Museum: Nature and Art Through Cultivated Curves

Horta Museum: Nature and Art Through Cultivated Curves

In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit a townhouse that belonged to the ‘father of art nouveau architecture.’

American-Made: The New Gentlemen and the Republic

American-Made: The New Gentlemen and the Republic

From powdered wigs in Parliament to the American Revolution, the meaning of a gentleman underwent a transformation that’s still relevant to men today.

On Building a Beautiful World: The Art of Alberti

On Building a Beautiful World: The Art of Alberti

This Florentine polymath unearthed the key to beauty from the ruins of the past.

Horace Mann: The Father of American Education

Horace Mann: The Father of American Education

In this installment of ‘The Art of Liberty,’ we meet a visionary who wanted to educate the minds and souls of young people.

A Trip to the Movies: The Royal Ballet’s ‘Giselle’

A Trip to the Movies: The Royal Ballet’s ‘Giselle’

Perhaps attending a live performance is a better way to experience a ballet than going to a movie theater.

Elizabeth Peabody: First Lady of the American Renaissance

Elizabeth Peabody: First Lady of the American Renaissance

In this installment of ‘The Art of Liberty,’ the oldest of the Peabody sisters steps forward.

3 Fascinating Accounts of Sacred Pilgrimages

3 Fascinating Accounts of Sacred Pilgrimages

From a mystic to anonymous travelers, these authors articulated the spiritual essence of pilgrimage.

How to Shoot Award-Winning Photographs

How to Shoot Award-Winning Photographs

Professional photographer Renee Luo shares the fundamentals of great photography, according to traditional aesthetics.

Winners of NTD’s 5th International Photography Competition Announced

Winners of NTD’s 5th International Photography Competition Announced

The Gold Award winner said he wants to share a message through his photography, which is that the world needs truthfulness, compassion, and forbearance.

NTD’s Art Competition Withholds Its Gold Award

NTD’s Art Competition Withholds Its Gold Award

The 7th NTD International Figure Painting Competition asks artists to elevate conscience over virtuosity.

America’s Vinyl Revival

America’s Vinyl Revival

Modern listeners are embracing vintage records to connect more deeply with music.

Tune in Today: Mahler’s ‘Adagietto,’ or Symphony No. 5

Tune in Today: Mahler’s ‘Adagietto,’ or Symphony No. 5

Near the end of Mahler’s symphony, the ravishing “Adagietto” movement chronicles the joy of falling in love.

A Sneak Peek Into Cody Johnson’s Upcoming Album

A Sneak Peek Into Cody Johnson’s Upcoming Album

The country musician’s upcoming album, ‘Banks Of The Trinity,’ honors his Texas upbringing and childhood influences.

The Inspiring History of Wake-Up Calls for NASA Astronauts

The Inspiring History of Wake-Up Calls for NASA Astronauts

From Frank Sinatra to space-age playlists, astronauts have long relied on music to boost morale, mark milestones, and stay connected to home during missions.

Tune in Today: Mozart’s Musical Farewell

Tune in Today: Mozart’s Musical Farewell

Mozart’s final masterpiece: the story behind the unfinished “Lacrimosa” and the mystery that surrounds it.

Classical Music for Bedtime

Classical Music for Bedtime

Three popular works to help you relax and unwind for bed.

Tune in Today: Shostakovich’s Joyful ‘Festive Overture’

Tune in Today: Shostakovich’s Joyful ‘Festive Overture’

The Russian composer produces an effervescent work that contrasts with his profession’s circumstances.

Pepsi: Caleb Bradham’s Unfinished Invention

Pepsi: Caleb Bradham’s Unfinished Invention

From a small pharmacy in North Carolina, a global consumer brand is launched.

Charles Thomson and the Chronicling of the American Revolution

Charles Thomson and the Chronicling of the American Revolution

In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ a young Irish orphan finds his way to prominence as the secretary of America’s first three congresses.

America’s Loyalty Day

America’s Loyalty Day

How mass immigration, labor unions, war and communism led to the Americanization Movement and Loyalty Day

Long-Distance Chess Was Popular Long Before the Internet

Long-Distance Chess Was Popular Long Before the Internet

Advancements in technology enabled chess-lovers to play their favorite game across mountains, oceans, and continents.

How B&O’s Royal Blue Line Changed the Face of Railroads

How B&O’s Royal Blue Line Changed the Face of Railroads

In ‘This Week in History,’ the Royal Blue Line set the standard for the American train industry, even into its final run.

Alfred Jackson: From an Enslaved Man to Tour Guide

Alfred Jackson: From an Enslaved Man to Tour Guide

In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we step onto Andrew Jackson’s Nashville estate and into the home of lesser-known yet remarkable man.

Richard Henry Lee: The ‘Cicero’ of the American Revolution

Richard Henry Lee: The ‘Cicero’ of the American Revolution

The great political orator paved the way for the country’s founding document.

Lady Washington

Lady Washington

This installment of ‘When Character Counted’ focuses on First Lady Martha Washington, who sacrificed her longing for a private life to help shape a new nation.

‘The Family Friend’: Double-Edged Windfall

‘The Family Friend’: Double-Edged Windfall

A surprise inheritance from a famous artist she hasn’t seen in years sets off a series of sinister events.

‘By Your Side’: Past Lives and Present Laughter

‘By Your Side’: Past Lives and Present Laughter

Linda’s last job is to uncover the life of a Scottish loner and fulfill his final wish.

A Rare Study of the Civil War’s Amphibious Invasions

A Rare Study of the Civil War’s Amphibious Invasions

Ron Field’s ‘American Civil War Amphibious Tactics’ presents a brief, thorough, and beautifully illustrated study.