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May 28, 2024

19th century mummy loses arm after 'mishandling' by museum staff, Mexican government says

Mexico's federal archaeology agency has accused the conservative-governed city of Guanajuato for its alleged mishandling of a renowned mummified body, officials say.

May 22, 2024

Construction project in Virginia leads to surprising Revolutionary War-era discovery

Archaeologists in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, believe they have uncovered Revolutionary War barracks, as officials prepared to break ground for a new sports complex.

May 20, 2024

Exploring Maryland: What to do and see in ‘Little America’

From the bustling city of Baltimore to the serene Assateague Island, discover the diverse attractions that make Maryland a must-visit state.

May 19, 2024

Missouri museum achieves world record for largest gathering of people with underwear on their heads

A Missouri museum achieved a Guinness World Record title for the largest gathering of people wearing underwear on their heads for a minute — with over 350 people participating.

May 15, 2024

Rare pigeon parachute used to carry messages amid WWII found in old shoebox

A pigeon parachute that was used to carry messages during World War II and D-Day was found in an old shoebox. The unique item is reportedly at least 80 years old.

May 11, 2024

John Wayne's lifelong leading role as American patriot celebrated at Fort Worth museum

John Wayne: An American Experience opened in December 2020 in Fort Worth, Texas. It celebrates the life, career and patriotism of legendary film star.

May 6, 2024

Painting thought to be lost Caravaggio is confirmed as authentic by Spain's Prado Museum

The Prado Museum in Spain has confirmed the authenticity of a painting titled "Ecce Homo" by Italian Baroque master Caravaggio, previously thought lost.

May 2, 2024

Italy has right to seize Greek bronze from Getty Museum, European court affirms

The ECHR rejected an appeal of its ruling that Italy has the right to reclaim a prized bronze statue, nicknamed the “Getty Bronze," by the Getty Museum in California.

May 1, 2024

John and Annie Glenn Museum houses roots of life, and love, that reached for the stars

The John and Annie Glenn Museum opens to the public for the 2024 season on Wednesday, May 1. It traces the formative years of astronaut John Glenn and his wife.

April 27, 2024

Travel hotspots include 5 quirky museums celebrating barbershops, mustards, spuds, Spam and superheroes

Here's a look at five niche and boutique museums around the nation that chronicle the minutiae of American life, from favorite foods to pop culture superheroes.