Britain once led the world in precision timekeeping; its inventions included the marine chronometer. But it never dominated the mass production of wristwatches, and by the 1970s the last large factory ...

In the early 1800s, ice was one of the most valuable commodities on Earth, so rare that people called it “white gold.” A Boston entrepreneur built a vast global empire shipping massive blocks of ...

Cuyahoga County once again marked Garrett Morgan Day, honoring an iconic Clevelander most people know because of two of his inventions.

This wine bar has been serving drinks since the 1800s, which means it’s seen more history than most museums and had way more ...

This smart water bottle from WaterH, that is packed with clever features, has Amazon customers raving about helpful it is ...

Frist Art Museum's newest exhibition is the 'Impressionist Revolution' with original works by Monet, Renoir and Matisse.

Welcome to Conner Prairie in Fishers, Indiana, where the 19th century isn’t just preserved; it’s actively happening all around you. This isn’t one of those museums where you shuffle past displays ...

As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, WTOP presents “250 Years of America,” a multipart series examining the innovations, breakthroughs and pivotal moments that have shaped the nation ...

“USA250: The Story of the World’s Greatest Economy” is a yearlong WSJ series examining America’s first 250 years. Read more about it from Editor in Chief Emma Tucker. Technology and entertainment in ...

In the mid-19th century, the invention of photography felt like nothing short of a miracle, a way to freeze reality in a permanent frame. However, as the Victorian era became obsessed with ...

In the grand scheme of things, 200 years is really just the blink of an eye. However, as we know, a huge amount can change—and has changed—in two centuries, and amazingly there are photographs that ...