Videos
What did Queen Victoria get for Christmas?
The Royal Collection contains many objects that show how monarchs have celebrated Christmas over the centuries including gifts exchanged by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Watch this film to find out how the royal couple celebrated Christmas.
The Legendary Jewels of the Trillionaire Rothschild Family
Step into the opulent world of the Rothschild family, renowned for their unmatched wealth, taste, and exquisite treasures.
History and Creation: Glass Christmas Ornaments
Watch as we take you behind the scenes to show you how glass Christmas ornaments are made in this fascinating and informative video!
Laying the Table (Wacky and Whimsical Christmas)
Festive, frivolous, decked in sparkles – everyone loves an over-the-top table at Christmas.
Nina West - Calista
West recently released “Calista,” a new single for the 5th anniversary of her Christmas album The West Christmas Ever.
The Art of Perspective: Leonardo Da Vinci
A 15th century polymath of soaring imagination and profound intellect, Leonardo da Vinci created some of the most revered works of art of all time, but his artistic endeavors often seemed peripheral to his pursuits in science and engineering. Through his...
Judy Garland and Mel Tormé - The Christmas Song
On December 22, 1963, during episode fifteen of The Judy Garland Show, Judy Garland and Mel Tormé delivered a memorable performance of "The Christmas Song". This episode, often referred to as "The Judy Garland Christmas Show," featured Garland's children...
Liberace's Musical Tribute to the Holidays
Liberace performs "Sleigh Ride" by Leroy Anderson. Also featuring a memorable piano duel with Elton John, a song from Ethel, and a monologue ("Good King Wenceslas") from Orson Welles.
The Muppets: Ode To Joy (2009)
Ode to Joy is the common term used to refer to the fourth and final movement of Ludwig van Beethoven's 9th Symphony. In choral performance, the piece used the text from the poem An die Freude (Ode to Joy).
The Unbelievable Story of the Carol of the Bells
"Carol of the Bells" is a popular Christmas carol with origins in Ukrainian folk music. Here's a brief history:
Owl Flies Down Chimney, Perches on Top of Arlington Family’s Christmas Tree
An owl offered a little Christmas magic for an Arlington family when it flew down their chimney and perched itself on top of their tree.
How Are Rotisserie Chickens So Cheap?
We’ve all indulged in those ready-made meals at the supermarket, even though they’re usually not the kindest to our wallets. But there is one supermarket staple that continues to satisfy both our hankerings and our bank accounts - the rotisserie chicken....
100 Year Old Woman Talks About Doing Laundry in the 1890s
In the heartland of America during the 1890s, the humble task of washing clothes was a cornerstone of domestic life. On farms across the country, Monday was traditionally known as “wash day,” a labor-intensive ritual that demanded time, effort, and resour...
The Story of Handel's "Messiah"
Since its premiere in 1742, George Frideric Handel's "Messiah," a 3.5-hour work for chorus, soloists and orchestra that includes the "Hallelujah Chorus," has become one of the most-heard pieces of classical music on Earth.
Music with Darren Criss: "Happy Holidays/The Holiday Season"
Darren Criss (the beloved star of television's "Glee," and the Broadway musical "Maybe Happy Ending") and the Young People's Chorus of New York City help "Sunday Morning" celebrate Christmas with a performance of "Happy Holidays/The Holiday Season."
Clay Aiken Performs ‘Ave Maria’ From His Holiday Album
Singer Clay Aiken drops by “GMA3” to perform “Ave Maria” from his new holiday album, “Christmas Bells Are Ringing."