Culture

Early Life in Patuxet Tisquantum, commonly known as Squanto, was born in the Patuxet tribe, part of the Wampanoag confederation in present-day Massachusetts. His homeland sat in the area later

A New Nation, A New Tradition When Congress asked George Washington to issue a Thanksgiving Proclamation in fall 1789, the United States was just months into its new constitutional government.

Ghosts in the People’s House It’s known as the most powerful address in America—but according to presidents, first ladies, and staffers alike, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue is also one of the

Autumn Weekend Vibes: What’s Happening Across America, October 24–26, 2025 As October draws to a close, fall’s magic is in full swing—crimson leaves, brisk air, and cozy gatherings that make

A Fright That Swept New England Before vampires sparkled in novels or haunted Hollywood, they terrified rural New Englanders for real. In the late 1700s and 1800s, long before modern

The Old Dutch Church Brings Washington Irving’s “Legend” to Life Once More Every October, as twilight settles over the Hudson Valley and mist drifts through the trees of Sleepy Hollow,

Texas is charting a new path to celebrate its past and promote its future through the Texas Bicentennial Trail, a new hike-and-bike network connecting the Alamo to the State Capitol.

The Birth of an American Ghost Story In 1820, Washington Irving introduced the world to The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, a tale that cemented him as one of America’s first

America loves a good weekend, and the first one in October is offering something for everyone. From music lovers to families in search of seasonal fun, from couples seeking culture

Jessica Curtis and Rob Semerano talk with Mike Desmond, president of Brick Little League and District 18, whose lifelong love of baseball grew from the fields where he once played