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Juneteenth History: How the Holiday Started and Evolved Over Time
Juneteenth, the nation's newest federal holiday, is celebrated by Americans on June 19 to commemorate the end of slavery in ...
When summer solstice is, how to celebrate, and the ancient history behind the longest day of the year
From Stone Age astronomy to Viking law and Roman goddesses, cultures across time have honored the longest day of the year ...
The Lavender Scare and the Long History of LGBTQ Exclusion in America
The rollback of LGBTQ rights and inclusion echoes an often overlooked, but deeply consequential, chapter of American history: ...
Enslaved Black Children Were Educated Here. Now the Public Can Learn the History.
Beginning on Juneteenth, a restored Virginia schoolhouse where enslaved and free Black students were taught to read is on ...
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Kobo-ichi Market Magic: Unveiling the History and Cultural Tapestry of Kyoto's Hidden Gem
Let’s dive into the enchanting world of Kobo-ichi Market, a hidden cultural jewel nestled in the heart of Kyoto. Overshadowed ...
Portland’s queer history highlighted, preserved through self-guided walking tour
The newly completed history trail documents 12 locations across the city, including Portland's first gay bar and a shop that ...
A.I. Is Poised to Rewrite History. Literally.
The technology’s ability to read and summarize text is already making it a useful tool for scholarship. How will it change ...
The strange, true history of the 600-foot neon cactus that could have towered over Phoenix
A 1970s proposal would have brought a 600-foot, neon saguaro cactus tower to Papago Park. Here's why it was suggested but ...