A new biography of abolitionist Senator Charles Sumner
Stephen Puleo’s biography offers a fresh glimpse into the Radical Republicans’ struggle against slavery and shines a light on a little-known figure in American history.
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Hometown History: Who is John Blair Smith Todd?
West Point graduate John Blair Smith Todd was no stranger to military action. He fought against Florida’s Seminole tribe in ...
Alexandria Times3h
‘I Have a Dream’ speech continues to inspire Alexandrians
Goodwin House Alexandria hosted a panel on Jan. 30, honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. through the ...
The Pantagraph15h
100 years ago: Bloomington woman shares memory of Abraham Lincoln
In today's look at local history, we meet a McLean County woman who once sat on Abraham Lincoln's knee and explore whether ...
When is President's Day 2025? Here's everything to know including what is open and closed
Here's everything to know about the Feb. 17 holiday, including what President's Day celebrates and which stores are open or ...
Nebraska volleyball to expand Devaney Center with goal to reach 10,000 seats
The home of Nebraska volleyball will be adding more space for guests. “The goal is to get to about 10,000 in Devaney," ...
La Crosse Tribune7d
Vernon County Museum Notes
Our first history program of the year will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m., at the Vernon County History Center in ...
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There’s A Funeral Museum In Texas, And It’s One Of The Most Bizarre Places You’ll See
The National Museum of Funeral History is like Disneyland for the morbidly curious, a wonderland of weird where the macabre ...
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There’s A Funeral Museum In Houston, And It’s One Of The Most Bizarre Places You’ll See
The National Museum of Funeral History in Houston, Texas, offers a one-of-a-kind experience with exhibits that explore ...
Lincoln Journal Star18d
30 years of inspiring others: Lincoln's Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Rally marks milestone
The event is organized entirely by members of the rally’s planning committee — made up of Lincoln students of all ages — and will feature a variety of readings, original speeches ...
Associated Press18d
Free upgrades and pardon requests: What it’s like to share a name with a president
(AP Photo/Evan Vucci) Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton listen during the state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter at Washington National Cathedral in ...