History

Here’s a look at the most prominent markers to Christopher Columbus in Philadelphia, and an update on efforts to change them.

New eyewitness accounts are raising questions about the FBI’s secretive 2018 dig for a legendary cache of Civil War-era gold.

The American Philosophical Society hired actors to honor the 300th anniversary of Benjamin Franklin’s first day in Philadelphia.

The $2.9 million conservation project began in May and includes a new roof and other masonry work at the museum.

In an update to its Human Remains Policy, the archeology museum will no longer consider exhibiting any exposed human remains.

Personal connections to the South Philly bakery span generations, state lines and, in some cases, international borders.

From the lore of Betsy Ross to the very real Markoe Standard, the city is known for its “wealth of vexillological riches.”

After the hottest summer on record, climate scientist Michael Mann shares lessons from Earth’s prehistoric past. Also, the latest on charges dropped against Officer Mark Dial.

The 20 million AR-15s in the U.S. today are a symbol of constitutional freedom, evil and terror. A new book, 'American Gun', traces the weapon's history and transformation.

She was the first Black woman in Pennsylvania history to hold a cabinet position, and is remembered for much more.

We’ll find out how cigarette manufacturers made some processed food addicting. Then, Judy Govatos talks about death with dignity. Opera Philadelphia's David Devan also joins.

Philadelphia's Mütter Museum is wrestling with ethical questions about its displays of human remains. Also, the invention of the pocket and the first emoticon :-).

Delaware couple John and Mary Dunning did not have a happy marriage.

Communities across the Delaware Valley this week hosted historical re-enactments of El Grito de Dolores.

Labor organizer Luisa Moreno, who founded one of the first Latino civil rights assemblies in the U.S., inspired Friday's Google Doodle.