Young civil rights activists took a stand against segregation by sitting down at the Woolworth lunch counter, launching a wave of Greensboro sit-ins in the 1960s. Watch this video for more info. Leggi tutto.
Officially established in 1823, the Texas Rangers originally served to protect the settlers of Texas from Comanche Indian raids. Watch this video for more info. Leggi tutto.
Charles Alderton invented Dr. Pepper, first called "Waco," in a local pharmacy. He then began selling it as a syrup mixed with carbonated water at his soda fountain. Watch this video for more info. Leggi tutto.
The Texas Collection can be found at Baylor University, holding archives, photographs, maps, newspapers, and oral memoirs that depict the historic progression of Texas. Watch this video for more info. Leggi tutto.
On August 24th, 1970 the New Year's Eve Gang attempted to bomb Sterling Hall. This was the largest domestic terrorist attack until Oklahoma City. Watch this C-SPAN video for more info. Leggi tutto.
The public thought the home was built as a cottage for Frank Lloyd Wright's mother; however, it was actually a hideaway for him and his lover. Watch the video to hear more about this home. Leggi tutto.
First claimed by the Spanish, in 1806 Pikes Peak became a symbol for exploration, the gold rush, settlement and tourism in Colorado Springs. For more information, watch this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
Explores Nikola Tesla's ideas through historical info, photographs, and artistic projects, showcasing how Tesla's ideas made intuitive leaps. To learn more about Tesla, watch this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
The Helen Hunt Jackson exhibit has her house in the museum, including her cabinet of curiosity showcasing her love for the natural world. To learn more watch this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
This Victorian-era house is full of over 14,000 original artifacts from Governor Alexander Ramsey's life in St. Paul. Watch this C-SPAN video to hear more about the house. Leggi tutto.
Arriving to the Wind River Reservation in 1878, Sara Wiles comments on the Arapaho Indian Tribe's traditions, economic struggles and culture. For more information check out this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
The outside of the dome is copper, however the gold leafing on the dome started in the 1900s and has been re-done five times. To hear more about the Wyoming State Capitol check out this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
Constructed in 1886, the Cheyenne Depot was a popular stop for the Union Pacific railway. 100 trains per day continue to pass through Cheyenne. Check out this C-SPAN video for more information. Leggi tutto.
The Iowa State Capitol Building is the only five domed capitol building in the country. Check out this C-SPAN video for more info. Leggi tutto.
Left Bank Books has a history of political and social activism in the St. Louis community. For more info check out this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
Learn more about the cemetery's famous inhabitants through this C-SPAN video. Do you know which half of the Lewis & Clark duo is buried here? Leggi tutto.
The Dred Scott Decision is one event that hastened the start of the Civil War. To learn more about St. Louis and its historic background check out this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
The Gateway Arch is over twice as tall as the Statue of Liberty, clocking in at 630 feet. Check out this C-SPAN video for more info. Leggi tutto.
Celebrating St. Louis' 250 year history, the Museum is hosting its 50 People, 50 Places, 50 Images, 50 Moments and 50 Objects exhibit. Check out this C-SPAN video for more info. Leggi tutto.
The Eads Bridge project was the first to use true steel in any major bridge architectural undertaking. check out this C-SPAN video for more info. Leggi tutto.
Built in 1894, Waring Historical Library was originally known as Hoffman Library. For more info check out this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
The Draytons were an important family in the development of the colony of South Carolina. To learn more about the family and the plantation check out this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
The 16th Street Baptist Church was built in 1873 and was moved to its current 16th Street location in 1883. To learn about the history of the church and its tragic past watch this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
Stewart Indian School was opened in 1880 and the first graduating class had 37 students. To learn more about the school check out this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
Bellingham's unique combination of fishing village and college town provides for a creative environment. To learn more about Bellingham and Village Books watch this C-SPAN interview with the owner. Leggi tutto.
Check out Vanishing Ice: Alpine and Polar Landscapes in Art, 1775-2012 Exhibit. The exhibit traces the history of the planet's frozen frontiers within the context of climate change. Leggi tutto.
Point Roberts is considered a geopolitical oddity because it is not physically connected to the United States. To learn more about the history of this island check out this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
Ross's Landing was where the mass forced exodus of the Cherokee Indians began, otherwise known as the Trail of Tears. To learn more about the area and the move westward check out this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
The Chickamauga Dam was a Tennessee Valley Authority project from 1940, and was dedicated by FDR. To learn more about the TVA and the Valley's history check out this C-SPAN video. Leggi tutto.
