The image of the writer’s grandmother in an Atlanta church invited him on a journey into family history.

Belle da Costa Greene, who was JP Morgan’s librarian, became a lively fixture at Gilded Age mansions, country retreats, ...

Edmond Dédé's 1887 magnum opus "Morgiane"—billed as "the most important opera never heard"—will finally get its premiere ...

“Dear future president,” wrote Lynn Moody of Ross, California, in 2008 during the primary season. “Before you walk into a meeting or answer the phone or respond to the press, would you take a deep ...

The unprecedented wildfires in Southern California have impacted many events and venues. Before you go, check in advance for closures, cancellations or postponements. EVENTS Grand National Roadster ...

Over the next four weeks, the D.C. area comes alive with events highlighting contributions made by the Black community, ...

Charles becomes first British head of state to visit former death camp, while it is announced Princess of Wales will join ...

Photos by Valerie G. Barnes Connell Jordan/Northern Advocate Scenes from the Dec. 4 Art celebration and exhibition attended by more than 60 participants, family and friends at the Library. Beginning ...

Charity receives a letter from Prince William praising the work of its volunteers. Prince William, an ex air ambulance pilot, says the pressures of paramedics' lives could lead to burnout.

However, a modest exhibition to mark the occasion is on view in the Great Hall of the Library of Congress, 10 First St. SE, through March 12. As a font of morbid humor, Gorey’s only peer (prior to the ...

In 1867, the U.S. Congress approved legislation that allowed black African Americans to vote in the District of Columbia. In 1889, US patent #395,791 is issued to Herman Hollerith for his "Art of ...

In recent days, art dealer Esther Kim Varet ... Her location is tagged as “U.S. Congress.” Listed in her bio: “U.S. Congressional Candidate.” In a letter to potential supporters (two ...