Smithsonian museums and facilities are closed for the foreseeable future as the federal government shutdown continues.

Choreographic works encompassing a tongue-in-cheek reflection upon the sacred and profane cultural dimensions of the many ...

Limón’s dance, based on the play by Eugene O’Neill, has long been something of a problem piece. Now, it is being updated to ...

Emmy, Grammy and Tony award-winning actress Cynthia Erivo transforms into the "Queen of Soul" in a new television series about American songstress Aretha Franklin.

Explore the haunting histories of New Orleans, Savannah and Salem, three of the eeriest locales in the country.

The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution is under seige by the Trump Administration, which is going after critics, comedians and ordinary citizens who dissent.

Andrew Jackson to Herbert Hoover, a troubling history of presidential actions fueled by racism and eugenics.

"The solution to this paving over of history? Vote. In the midterms, in the primaries. Vote. Let your voice be heard. " ...

Given our history of war, disease, slavery, mining and other traumas, it's no wonder so many cities in the U.S. have restless ...

The new 12-hour documentary about the United States’ origin story will begin broadcasting Nov. 16 on WHYY and other PBS stations.

I — god (s) smite me for saying it — enjoy the musical “Hamilton.” You could even say I (heaven forbid) like it. Yes, I said ...

Winning an Oscar has always been a goal for every actor, but to do it with the very first film is a dream come true.