Part of our Time Travel series, Williamsburg holds a very important place in American history. One of the earliest metropolitan centers in the American Colonies is now one of the most impressive living history sites. Come along on our journey back to the days before the American Revolution!

If Music is the food of love, then we history lovers have a lot to digest! Here’s a basic overview of how the music we know came into being!

There’s lot of ground to cover, but here is a basic overview of literature throughout the ages!

Juneteenth is a celebration of life and freedom; of diversity and acceptance; of remembrance and reflection. It’s characterized by community events like bar-be-cuing, dancing, parades, and even, in some of its modern forms, karate and golf tournaments. It also has a very interesting history…

April 4th, 2008 marks the 40th anniversary of a great tragedy - the passing of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Here are some ideas for celebrating the life and legacy of this great man.

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