The history of Black baseball in the United States is a powerful story of talent, perseverance, and the fight for equality. It spans from the 19th century through the integration of Major League Baseball (MLB) in the mid-20th century and beyond.

The Great Migration was a massive movement of African Americans from the rural Southern United States to urban areas in the North and West between 1910 and 1970 (Some say between 1916 - 1970).

The Tuskegee Airmen were the first African American military pilots and support personnel in the U.S. Army Air Corps (the precursor to the U.S. Air Force) during World War II. They were part of an experimental program to train Black aviators at Tuskegee A...

The Shell Island Beach Resort in North Carolina burned down in 1926 after a series of mysterious fires. The resort was the first for Black people in the United States, and was a popular destination for African Americans in the 1920s.

In 1958, rookie photographer Art Kane had an idea to take a huge group photo of as many jazz icons as possible for Esquire magazine.

Uncover new archaeological evidence rewriting our understanding of the Dark Ages in 5th- and 6th-century Britain that might also explain the legend of King Arthur.

"Slave food" refers to the types of food historically consumed by enslaved people, particularly in regions like the Americas and the Caribbean during the transatlantic slave trade. Enslaved people were often given the least desirable or cheapest food avai...

Suzanne de Passe is a giant in the music and entertainment industry – a trailblazing record executive who helped Motown find such talent as the Jackson 5, the Commodores, and Rick James.

Join Furniture curator Nick Humphrey as we pull back the sheets on The Great Bed of Ware. Hear about its racy reputation as we explore the bed's history, showcase its intricate woodwork, and examine the graffiti carved by those who slept in it.

Euclid was an ancient Greek mathematician and logician, often referred to as the "father of geometry". He's best known for his 13-book series, Euclid's Elements, which established the foundations of geometry and influenced Western mathematics for over 2,0...

The Wallace Collection is full of Rococo art. But what does it look like and where does the word Rococo come from? Watch now to find out.

Explore the captivating world of pearls in 'Pearl Power,' a documentary that delves into their rich history, cultural significance, and enduring allure. From ancient myths to modern fashion, discover how these lustrous gems have shaped societies and symbo...

Before machines relegated it to the domestic sphere, embroidery was a language that helped us to understand our place in the world. In this video, discover embroidery’s curious and extensive history.

Kevin Whateley travels back thousands of years to partake in a Bronze Age music session, Kate Williams discovers Northern Ireland's most amazing gold find ever and we hear the bizarre and truly amazing story of a jewel from a ship of the Spanish Armada fo...

Uncover what happens when archaeologists study a skeleton found with an iron nail through its heel bone, suggesting the person was the victim of crucifixion in Roman-occupied Britain. Only one other skeleton with evidence of crucifixion has ever been foun...