Tag: history
Reopening: The National Museum of Women in the Arts
After a two-year, nearly $70 million renovation, the National Museum of Women in the Arts, in Washington, D.C., has reopened.
A Black Women’s History of Hoodoo, Conjure, and Witchcraft
A historical take on the history of "Black Girl Magic".
Real Witches From History With Terrifying Backstories
Journey back in time with us to uncover the truth behind history's most enigmatic witches. From spellbinding sorceresses to eerie enchantresses, these women wielded their power in ways that still send shivers down our spines. Were they misunderstood heale...
17th Century Florentine Art Featured in The Haukohl Family Collection
Gain insights into a selection of 17th Century Florentine Paintings, many featured in Beyond The Medici: The Haukohl Family Collection exhibition on view through January 7, 2024 at The Rollins Museum of Art. RMA is the first U.S. museum to host this stun...
How Campbell's Soup Has Stood The Test of Time
Weird History Food is giving you a warm bowl of nostalgia with the History of Campbell's Soup. Probably one of the most recognizable food designs, the Campbell's Soup can is both part of modern pop culture and in just about every American pantry. But wher...
900 Year Old Viking Church
Hopperstad Stave Church in Vik in Sogn dates from around 1130. When the new church was built in 1877 the stave church was sold to the National Trust of Norway (Fortidsminneforeningen). During its long life, Hopperstad Stave Church has experienced both per...
Simone Biles DOMINATES for 20th Gold, Historic Team World Title for Team USA
Simone Biles anchored Team USA to victory once again in the team event at World Championships, clinching a historic 7th straight gold in the event for the team and a 20th gold medal for herself.
Team USA MAKES HISTORY With Unprecedented 7th Straight Gold at Worlds
Despite a last second injury to Joscelyn Roberson, Team USA won a historic 7th straight gold medal in the women's team event at Worlds behind Simone Biles, Shilese Jones, Leanne Wong, and Skye Blakely
Simone Biles Makes Gymnastics History Again
Simone Biles became the first woman to land a Yurchenko double pike vault internationally at the World Artistic Gymnastic Championships in Belgium.
Britain's Last Witch: Helen Duncan, the Spiritualist Medium
When, in 1941, a medium reveled details of a disaster at sea, the sinking of the HMS Barham, that was supposed to be a secret, Britain tried her under the 1735 Witchcraft Act. The History Guy remembers Helen Duncan, who was the last person imprisoned in...
The Real Headless Horseman
Washington Irving's tale of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow may have had its origins actual historical events!
New Orleans Voodoo Museum
The Voodoo Museum explores a fascinating and mysterious side of New Orleans’ fabled history.
Haus of Hoodoo: Jessyka Winston Wants To Teach The Truth About Vodou
Vodou Priestess Jessyka Winston had no plans of turning her spiritual practice into a business. Winston is now using Haus of Hoodoo as a platform to teach her followers the truth about Vodou and Hoodoo.
Hades: Fearsome Lord of the Underworld
The myth of ancient Greece's most feared god, and those mortals who tried to cross his path. From "Clash of the Gods" Season 1, Episode 3, "Hades."
The History of Ferris Wheels
In 1893 up-and-coming engineer George Washington Gale Ferris Jr. created an attraction for the world's fair in Chicago: A giant, steam-powered wheel on which passengers could gently ride to a height of 250 feet for a spectacular view. These days, Ferris W...