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Why Is the White House White?

The White House looks lovely against the lush green lawn, but that’s not why it was originally painted white.

Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater in Pennsylvania.

You Can Take a Virtual Tour of Fallingwater and More of Frank Lloyd Wright's Most Famous Buildings

More than a dozen Frank Lloyd Wright properties, including Taliesin and Fallingwater, have volunteered to share virtual tours in the coming weeks.

A photo of the Pompeii ruins from November 2019.

Explore Two of Pompeii’s Excavated Homes in This Virtual Tour

Before the Mount Vesuvius eruption of 79 C.E., these homes in Pompeii featured gardens and impressive art collections.

A reconstruction of Spiš Castle in eastern Slovakia.

7 Historic European Castles Virtually Rebuilt Before Your Very Eyes

Indulge your medieval castle fantasies with reconstructions made possible by a little modern-day magic we call GIF technology.

Take a 40-Minute Virtual Tour of the Winchester Mystery House

As long as it's closed during the coronavirus outbreak, the Winchester Mystery House will be offering free virtual tours online.

The Beverly House—Setting of The Godfather and JFK's Honeymoon—Is Up for Sale for $125 Million

The Beverly House has ties to John F. Kennedy, William Randolph Hearst, and 'The Godfather'—and it just hit the real estate market.

The Winchester Mystery House Was Recreated With More Than 7500 LEGO Bricks

The Winchester Mystery House, one of the most infamous pieces of architecture on Earth, will appear in LEGO form at the Bay Area's new LEGOLAND Discovery Center.

10 Facts About Westminster Abbey

From its humble beginnings as an island monastery, Westminster Abbey has grown into the cultural and spiritual heart of London, as well as the final resting place of kings, queens, and poets.

An aerial view of Prince Edward and Wallis Simpson's lavish Bahamas estate.

Prince Edward and Wallis Simpson’s Bahamas Estate Has Hit the Market for $8.5 Million

Live out your royal family fantasies in a 15-bedroom island mansion fit for a (former) king and his controversial sweetheart.

7 Animal Crossings Around the World

Animal crossings, also known as animal bridges or wildlife overpasses, protect animals from traffic and promote genetic diversity.

Houses along Lake Erie's shoreline were pummeled with sheets of icy water during a storm last week.

Storm Leaves Homes Along Lake Erie Covered in Up To Three Feet of Ice

Windy weather gave Hamburg, New York, a string of ice houses that Elsa from 'Frozen' would’ve been proud of.

Historian Liz Hallam Smith shows off the a-door-able opening in the wall of Westminster Hall.

Secret Doorway Discovered in London’s House of Commons

Earlier this week, England’s Parliament announced that a secret door had been discovered in the walls of Westminster Hall. Inside, historians found “graffiti” left in 1851 by a bricklayer who was “fond of Ould Ale.”

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Susan B. Anthony’s Childhood Home in Upstate New York Is Getting a $700,000 Renovation

The trailblazing suffragette first learned about civil inequality during several formative years in Battenville, New York.

Take a Rare Peek Inside the Spire of New York City’s Chrysler Building

The inside of the Chrysler Building’s spire might not look like you expect—but the view is worth it.

The Ingenious Reason Medieval Castle Staircases Were Built Clockwise

It was a pretty clever defense strategy in the Middle Ages—that is, as long as you weren’t left-handed.

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The Unusual Journey of Theodore Roosevelt's Maltese Cross Cabin

The Maltese Cross Cabin traveled to expositions across the country before settling at Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota, making it one of the most well-traveled former homes of any U.S. president.

2020 World Monuments Watch: 25 Historic and Cultural Landmarks That Are At Risk

The World Monuments Fund recently released its World Monuments Watch for 2020. Here are the cultural and historic sites at risk around the world.

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A 120-Year-Old Denmark Lighthouse Rides Away From Coastal Erosion on Rollerblades

When it was built in 1899, more than 650 feet of land separated it from the water. By the 2000s, that number had dwindled to 20.

Lin uses his iPad to visualize scanning data of a crusaders' fortress at the lagoon in Acre, Israel.

Mapping Technology Reveals 'Lost Cities' on National Geographic

Armed with a drone, an iPad, and a thirst for adventure, Albert Lin reveals what we can learn about the past with today's technology in a new TV series.

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What's the Difference Between Cement and Concrete?

The terms 'concrete' and 'cement' are often used interchangeably to describe hard, gray building material, but there is a difference.

The Stories Behind 11 Iconic Skyscrapers

In honor of Skyscraper Day, we've stacked up the details on some of the world's most famous buildings.

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Dreaming of Spending a Night in a Lighthouse? There’s a Website for That

BookaLighthouse.com is like Airbnb for old lighthouses that have been converted to lodging for adventurous travelers.

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8 Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings Join the List of UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Eight buildings designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, including Fallingwater and Taliesin West, have been officially recognized by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee.

The World’s Largest Underwater Restaurant Just Opened in Norway—Take a Peek Inside

Under, which just opened in Norway, is the first underwater restaurant in Europe and the largest in the world.

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