Growing up in Lancaster, Ohio, I remember discovering a book in the local library that ultimately helped to change how I viewed my hometown’s history. The book, “Jewish Literacy” by Joseph Telushkin, ...

The history of tariffs in America is a long one. In fact, tariffs have been a part of the American fabric since the early days of the Republic. The first tariff legislation was introduced by James ...

What began as Negro History Week — established by historian Carter G. Woodson in February 1926 — evolved into Black History Month decades later in 1976. The annual observance honors, celebrates and ...

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MISSOURI, USA — Countless stories trace the lives of descendants of those forcibly taken from Africa and brought to America centuries ago. These narratives not only illuminate the deep connections ...

A series of musical animations, chronicling diverse experiences of how race has helped shape American culture. These shorts provide insight into the unique lived experiences of historical figures who ...

The New English Canaan by Thomas Morton criticized the Puritan government in the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Illustration by Emily Lankiewicz The American Library Association reports that 2022 saw more ...