Uncover the secrets of Mexico's Mayan ruins, from Chichen Itza to Calakmul, these sites offer a glimpse into an ancient ...

The Parthenon is a gem of ancient Greek architecture for its perfect appearance, but its perfection results from optical ...

Egyptologist Huub Pragt and Smithsonian Journeys traveler Kellie Mecham share first impressions from their visit to the ...

A shimmering dream on the Nile has inspired creativity from the Harlem Renaissance to Kara Walker to Beyoncé. But how much can you play with the past?

Artifacts from the frozen city of Pompeii, which was destroyed in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D., are on display ...

Collections in the exhibit are staged in 79 A.D., just hours before life in the ancient Italian city was lost in time after ...

Composer Melissa Dunphy discovered an unsolved murder at her home from 144 years ago. She brings her back to life with “Alice Tierney.” ...