With the penny being ushered out of circulation early in the 21st century, theologians, historians, archaeologists and numismatists continue to glean insights from coins of the first century, when ...

Discover the evolution of economics from ancient times to modern theories that influence global markets, including Adam Smith and Keynesian approaches.

Cotton's history is as rich and complex as the Silk Road itself. Discover its ancient origins and modern uses beyond clothing ...

On the horizon, WAM is preparing to open a new exhibit, "Fever Dreams of a Cool-Breathed Earth," will run from March 28 through Aug. 16. The immersive exhibit will feature a variety of sensory ...

This ancient queen of Palmyra conquered Egypt, captured Roman provinces, and nearly transformed her realm into an empire ...

If you’ve ever scrolled through social media, you’ve likely seen the endless devotion modern humans have for their feline ...

The Nile nourishes a green band stretching through the desert, from the heart of Africa to the Mediterranean Sea. Along its ...

Walking through the rooms of the Eva Klabin House Museum in Rio de Janeiro, visitors have the opportunity to explore centuries of Egyptian art.

The success of “Ember and Ice,” starring Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams from “Heated Rivalry,” underscores a growing popularity.

How would a New York Times obituary writer measure up to the scribes of the Book of the Dead? He found out at the Brooklyn Museum.

As the son of archaeologists, National Geographic Explorer David Stuart spent his childhood wandering ancient Maya ruins—and helped shape what we know about the civilization today.