Alfred Jackson: From an Enslaved Man to Tour Guide
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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.

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

Lady Washington
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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.

American-Made: The New Gentlemen and the Republic
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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.

The Inspiring History of Wake-Up Calls for NASA Astronauts
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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.

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‘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 Lost Sculptor of New Orleans

Eugene Warburg: The Lost 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.

Towards Cultural Renewal: The Great American Art Competition

Towards Cultural Renewal: The Great American Art Competition

The Great American Art Competition is a beginning step to restore the nation’s artistic traditions.

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.

Explore Art in 3D on the Met Website

Explore Art in 3D on the Met Website

The Metropolitan Museum of Art recently uploaded more than 100 three-dimensional models for website visitors to enjoy.

‘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.

‘O Cessate Di Piagarmi’: Scarlatti’s Beautiful Opera Song

‘O Cessate Di Piagarmi’: Scarlatti’s Beautiful Opera Song

In the series ‘Beautiful Arias,’ we are introduced to a simple operatic song from ‘Il Pompeo.’

‘The Three Musketeers’: Classic, Riveting, and Riotous

‘The Three Musketeers’: Classic, Riveting, and Riotous

This swashbuckling adventure is produced by a Chicago theater and based off of a 2010 adaptation of the original novel by Alexandre Dumas

‘Grace Wins:’ Corruption in Plain Sight

‘Grace Wins:’ Corruption in Plain Sight

This indie film’s portrayal of real-life struggles delivers a strong spiritual message.

‘Along Came Jones’: Mistaken Melody

‘Along Came Jones’: Mistaken Melody

Gary Cooper plays a mild-manner cowboy that misrepresents his real persona in this fun Western.

‘Brothers Under Fire’: U.S. Army Squad Versus Mexican Cartel

‘Brothers Under Fire’: U.S. Army Squad Versus Mexican Cartel

‘Sicario’ demonstrated US military versus drug cartels is exciting, but by the time ‘Brothers Under Fire’ revs up, one’s mind has already left the building.

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.

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.

Mary Peabody Mann: Educator, Sister, and Helpmate

Mary Peabody Mann: Educator, Sister, and Helpmate

In this installment of ‘The Art of Liberty,’ we meet a Peabody sister who helped improve American education.

Philbrook: Italianate-Style Villa

Philbrook: Italianate-Style Villa

In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we tour a 20th-century European-influenced estate in Oklahoma’s ‘Green Country.’

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.

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.

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.

Tune in Today: Is Beethoven’s ‘Most Perfect’ Work His String Quartet No. 14?

Tune in Today: Is Beethoven’s ‘Most Perfect’ Work His String Quartet No. 14?

Even after losing his hearing, Beethoven wrote one of his most powerful and deeply moving works.

Composer Chris Thomas: Weaving Sound With Story

Composer Chris Thomas: Weaving Sound With Story

The versatile composer discusses his new composition ‘Celestial Threads’ and the art of musical identity.

‘O Brother, Where Art Thou?’: Revisiting the Film’s Soundtrack 25 Years Later

‘O Brother, Where Art Thou?’: Revisiting the Film’s Soundtrack 25 Years Later

Musicians who contributed to the movie gathered for a special performance at the Opry on Feb. 28, 2026.

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 Life and Heroics of Lord Horatio Nelson

The Life and Heroics of Lord Horatio Nelson

The brilliant but flawed British Adm. Horatio Nelson rose from a frail boy to a naval legend.

Iron and Fire: William Harley and the Ride Into America’s Cultural Identity

Iron and Fire: William Harley and the Ride Into America’s Cultural Identity

The Harley-Davidson brand has become synonymous with the American spirit, as foretold by the enterprising start of its founders.

How an Aeronaut’s Mishap Created the Union Army’s Balloon Corps

How an Aeronaut’s Mishap Created the Union Army’s Balloon Corps

In ‘This Week in History,’ aeronauts continued testing the limits of their balloons, ultimately establishing a new arm of military intelligence.

Donald Sloat: A Selfless Sacrifice

Donald Sloat: A Selfless Sacrifice

A fearless soldier in the Vietnam War held on to a grenade to save his fellow soldiers.

Kent Island: The Almost-Forgotten Story of Maryland’s Colony

Kent Island: The Almost-Forgotten Story of Maryland’s Colony

The largest island on the Chesapeake Bay held many firsts in early America and was not without its share of controversy.

‘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.

‘Garden Yourself Happy’: The Joy of Planting and Harvesting

‘Garden Yourself Happy’: The Joy of Planting and Harvesting

Jonny Hincks brings his popular social media gardening insights into a user-friendly guide.