Chicago’s Coolest Historical Spots | National Geographic

Two miles of Hawaii’s heavily trafficked Kuhio Highway closed in April 2018 after heavy rainfall led to floods, and now it’s finally open again. Local residents aren’t exactly thrilled with the ...

More than four decades ago, a gaping, fiery crater opened up in the desert of northern Turkmenistan, likely the result of a drilling mishap. The… more More than four decades ago, a gaping, fiery ...

Make time to check out some of Chicago’s coolest historical spots. This vibrant city of art, culture, and industry is also a treasure trove of storied sites. While you’re enjoying public art at ...

Afterward, head to Millennium Park and check out the “Cloud Gate” sculpture, one of Chicago’s most iconic spots, better known as the Bean. The park frequently features concerts, outdoor exhibitions, ...

Operation Royal Wedding reveals what it takes to pull off the biggest event of the year, casting a light on the myriad unsung heroes who ensure every… more Operation Royal Wedding reveals what it ...

Could anything possibly be left unseen? Well, it turns out there is. National Geographic photo editor Vaughn Wallace was doing research for his thesis at the University of Pittsburgh when he came upon ...

The tour introduces visitors to the origins of Impressionism in the late 1860s and its flourishing in the following decades in landscapes and scenes from modern life by such artists as Monet, Degas, ...

In celebration of the 150th anniversary of Prospect Park, Brooklyn Historical Society and Prospect Park Alliance present an exhibition that celebrates the founding vision of the Park, traces its ...

The Japanese island of Hokkaido offers a rarely seen side of Japan. more The Japanese island of Hokkaido offers a rarely seen side of Japan. Here are 10 must-do activities for visitors. The Japanese ...

Rome is one of Europe’s most ancient urban centers, dating back almost 3,000 years. See the Eternal City through the eyes of Roman filmmaker more Rome is one of Europe’s most ancient urban centers, ...

These leaders are celebrated because of the contributions to progress and growth they have made, like with Chavez's work with grape fields and Sinclair's muckraking in Chicago's meatpacking industry. ...

Archaeologists found beans and other produce so they knew they were excavating storerooms, and then they found knots. National Geographic explorer Alejandro Chu explains that this is significant for ...