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April 1, 2026

Hidden NYC tunnel tied to Underground Railroad at risk of ‘significant damage,’ advocates warn

Engineers warn an Underground Railroad passageway found at NYC's Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan is threatened by a proposed nine-story development next door.

March 31, 2026

Free museums may now slap entry fees on millions of tourists under hotly debated proposal

The U.K. is exploring slapping new charges on foreign visitors at national museums like the British Museum, following a review the government has agreed to consider.

March 19, 2026

4 House Dems vote against Women's History Museum bill over biological women-only amendment, Republican claims

All four Democrats on a House committee opposed advancing a measure pertaining to authorizing land for the construction of the Women's History Museum.

March 17, 2026

Temple from time of Christ reveals powerful society lost to history, archaeologists say

Archaeologists uncovered a 2,000-year-old temple in Denmark at Hedegård, revealing insights into a mysterious Iron Age power center with luxury goods and Roman connections.

March 15, 2026

National Gallery of Art curator goes viral on social media for using Gen Z slang

National Gallery of Art curator Alison Luchs opens up about her love of art history with social media audiences on ‘The Sunday Briefing.’

March 2, 2026

Punch the monkey, viral star, experiences dramatic breakthrough among zoo mates

Young Japanese monkey named Punch reaches major milestone, cuddling with a fellow macaque after being hand-reared with a stuffed orangutan toy at the Ichikawa Zoo.

February 17, 2026

Judge deals blow to Trump administration, orders slavery exhibit restored at iconic Philly landmark

Federal judge orders National Park Service to restore slavery exhibit at Philadelphia's President's House, citing Orwell's "1984" in scathing ruling.

February 2, 2026

Distillery owner shocked by loaded Al Capone-era gun hidden in wall: 'Relieved we found it'

Owner of Thornton Distilling Company in Illinois uncovered a loaded, century-old pistol sealed inside an underground limestone well. It's believed to date to the Al Capone era.

January 23, 2026

Twin Cities museums slam their doors Friday as they take sides in 'ICE-Out' strike

Twin Cities museums join statewide shutdown Friday in opposition to ICE enforcement policies, closing to support immigrant communities across the region.

January 22, 2026

Dolly Parton fans can now book stays at her upcoming hotel in Nashville

Dolly Parton's SongTeller Hotel in downtown Nashville is now taking reservations for its summer 2026 opening. The music-themed property features a variety of venues.