History

A historic Civil War estate-turned-museum looks back on the Confederate States of America.

A planned settlement in Pennsylvania once housed the aristocratic refugees of the French Revolution.

One of the indelible moments of the American Revolution took place at this location.

This rustic cabin, outfitted with gun slits, was once home to John D. Tewksbury, patriarch of the bloodiest family feud in American history.

100 year tradition of fist fights, marked by marble footsteps.

The final resting place of two members of the infamous Doan gang, notorious outlaws and Revolutionary War Loyalists.

A preserved 18th century homestead in Western Pennsylvania marks the spot where the Whiskey Rebellion began.

Time has stopped at the house where Gandhi died.

At this faithfully preserved medina off the Moroccan tourist circuit you can walk through six centuries of history in one day.

This historic hotel invented the chocolate brownie.

This castle-like building in Manhattan helped destigmatize cancer in the 19th century.

This iconic 1,000-year-old medieval castle is a favorite of the film industry, most notably as the location for Hogwarts in Harry Potter.

A bright little alley in La Boca is a part of tango history.

One of the most enjoyable bits of history at Coney Island and “the most romantic ride in the world.”