A new statue of Abraham Lincoln signing the Emancipation Proclamation will be unveiled at the African American Civil War ...

An essay series led by the archivist whom President Trump fired will feature voices from across the political spectrum, including those of George W. Bush and Barack Obama.

Despite the progress made during Reconstruction, it was all shattered with the introduction of Jim Crow Laws and sneaky ...

New research sheds light on the possible identity of Cato, the Black man who conveyed the tailor's lifesaving intelligence to ...

From stovepipe top hats to cardigan sweaters, a new digital exhibit is shining a spotlight on the style of six former commanders in chiefs.

Take the Reddit-famous Jimmy Carter cookies or this Jimmy Carter Dessert, which Allrecipes community member "JBS BOX" says is "larger than life, and is topped with the peanut farmer's favorite nut." ...

In “Born Equal,” Akhil Reed Amar paints a sprawling portrait of 19th-century America in thrall to its founding moment.

In August, history professor Michael Birkner gave a short speech in Evergreen Cemetery in Gettysburg, near where President ...

While President-elect Barack Obama will certainly be making history when he takes the oath of office on January 20, he'll also be repeating it -- by placing his hand on the same Bible that Abraham ...

President Donald Trump said Friday he'll send the National Guard to Memphis to address crime concerns there with the support of the mayor and the governor.

With summer break in the rearview, I have been reflecting on our family adventures — you know, before the kids grow up and ...