The granite dome became a symbol of American money stability during the Great Depression. Famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright ...

Steven Udvar-Hazy was born in Budapest in 1946 during Soviet control of Hungary. His classroom walls showed Stalin and Lenin ...

A historic plaque now marks the site of Hay’s showroom, commemorating the night when professional football found its future.

The quarantine officially began when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin closed the lunar module hatch on July 20, 1969, after ...

In 1940, the U.S. asked Ford to build bomber parts. Charles Sorensen had a bold idea instead: make whole planes on an ...

Illinois boasts a rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural wonders, but within its borders lie intriguing mysteries and legends that challenge the laws of physics and logic. Notable among these ...

1. It’s Illegal to Tap Your Foot to Music in a Tavern Yes, really. A long-standing law bans patrons from keeping time to music in restaurants and bars—so don’t even think about bobbing your head to ...

New Mexico: land of enchantment, alien sightings, green chile worship, and— believe it or not—laws that are just as offbeat as a Roswell souvenir shop. From camel restrictions to courtroom footwear ...

Wolf Island Road stands out among these haunted thoroughfares. Travelers have reported sightings of ghostly figures and eerie sounds, such as those of a phantom procession. The road itself seems to ...