Explore the remarkable cave paintings of Lascaux, discovered by four teenage boys in 1940. These 20,000-year-old Paleolithic artworks reveal the artistic skill of early humans and offer a glimpse into their lives and beliefs. Learn...

Dive into the rich cowboy culture of Hawaii with Leabert Lindsey, a Paniolo preserving the art of slack-key music.

In Britain there is over 2000 miles of Aqueduct canals running around the country and they became the transport option of the day two centuries ago. Today more than 10 million visitors use the canals for leisure and holidays.

Dr. Forrester describes how immigrants from all over the world came to America to make up what is now a melting pot of American people. She describes why many of the immigrants came and what they found when they immigrated to the New World.

Explore the cities preserving humanity's greatest traditions and craftsmanship. Join us on a cultural odyssey.

Journey through the heart of Germany and discover the unparalleled beauty and rich history of Eltz Castle. Privately owned by the Eltz family since 1157, this medieval masterpiece stands as a testament to resilience and enduring legacy....

Embark on a cultural journey to Chinatown, where lion dancing, a tradition dating back to the Tang dynasty in China, is kept alive by passionate individuals like our storyteller. In this Great Big Story inspired by Genesis, discover the...

A monarchy is a form of government where a monarch, such as a king or queen, functions as the head of state. (~3273 BCE) Narmer became the first Pharaoh, or king, of Egypt after unifying upper and lower Egypt; establishing the First...

Dive into the rich cowboy culture of Hawaii with Leabert Lindsey, a Paniolo preserving the art of slack-key music.

Embark on a captivating historical tour of Bratislava's Old Town in Slovakia. Discover the rich heritage, cultural landmarks, and architectural gems that define this charming European city. Immerse yourself in the captivating stories and...

See Post-Impressionist Vincent Van Gogh brought to Life in this cutting-edge animation, as you go on a journey alongside both the Art and the Artist. This animation not only features an array of Van Gogh’s masterpieces but delves into...

In 1968, thousands of Latino students walked out of school in Los Angeles to protest against racial inequality in the classroom. Their collective action, known as the Blowouts, was a defining moment of the Chicano Movement.

The first African-American woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry, Gwendolyn Brooks wrote about the hardship and struggles of ordinary people.

Origin of Everything takes a field trip to Washington, D.C. and explores the painful history and legacy of America's Civil War. Danielle looks at Confederate and Union Civil War monuments and what spurred their construction after the war.

Are museum collections ethical? How did these institutions end up with their vast array of artifacts and remains from every corner of the globe? Well, chances are there was some definite shadiness involved. Today, Danielle examines this...

What's the difference between race and ethnicity? Can a person have more than one ethnic identity? Today Danielle explores the history and evolution of different ethnicities that make up America.

We understand why we have first names and how our surnames tie us to our family heritage, but what's the deal with middle names? What's the purpose of a middle name and when did different cultures start using them?

In rural Minnesota, a fringe Heathen group known as the Asatru Folk Assembly has purchased a local church – and membership is strictly whites-only. They worship Nordic, pre-Christian gods and they call themselves a 'folk religion' that...

In a time when Chinese immigrants in America faced discrimination in all walks of life – simply because of their race – author Edith Maude Eaton channeled the power of the pen to help make positive change.

Between 1830 and 1850, approximately 100,000 Native Americans were forced to abandon their ancestral homelands in the southeastern United States and relocate to Indian Territory in present-day Oklahoma. The relocation, known as the...

Mr. Hughes through the 1800's like butta'. Easy to digest, Mr. Hughes covers the basic causes and facts about the role of the government as it related to the war. Specifically designed for the US History and Government regents exam in NY...

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This video investigates the integration of Buddhism into Malaysian culture and the success of having religious harmony. <br/>
The Heart of ASEAN: episode 4, part 4/11

The oldest hat maker in the U.S., Bollman Hat Company, is featured as the next hero in NIST MEP’s Heroes of American Manufacturing series. In operation since 1868, Bollman has a remarkable American-made legacy. This employee-owned...