History and Heritage

The Importance of Historical Preservation As cities around the world embrace modernization and preparedness for the future, there has never been a time more necessary to embrace the architectural and cultural heritage that shaped our society. In truth, history leaves impactful authentications that solidify a region or country’s exceptionalism, a truth once viewed at the present take individuals back to …

Living a Greener Life: How Conservation Can Change Your Life Introduction Living a more eco-friendly lifestyle, can have a positive impact on both your life and the environment. Conservation encourages individuals to reduce their carbon footprint by adopting habits that will contribute to the protection of our natural world. From sustainable living practices, to responsible waste disposal, conservation can give …

The Most Significant Historical Events That Forever Changed the World A Glimpse into the Past Our history is jam-packed with events that have shaped humanity, leaving great impacts on the lives of people. The most remarkable and epic historic events are milestones that transcend national boundaries and become part of the world heritage. These are events that evoke strong emotions …

Stories of Restoration: How Old Things are Made New Again Restoration is often dubbed ‘a labor of love’ and there is no shortage of proof to that fact. Time and again, we have seen public spaces, buildings and items of historical significance transformed from their dilapidated, forgotten state and given a new life to conquer modern audiences once again. With …

About Jeff Sharlet’s Book “The Undertow” About a week before Jeff Sharlet’s new book, “The Undertow: Scenes from a Slow Civil War,” was published in March, a new video was uploaded on YouTube. It was a short documentary from 1983 of when Harry Belafonte visited East Germany to perform in a concert promoting communism. Belafonte gave his blessings to the …

The Elusive Perfect Game and the KC Royals There have been 37 perfect games pitched in MLB history. The list features defunct franchises from a century ago as well as teams with multiple perfect games thrown by their pitchers. The most recent perfect game was thrown by Felix Hernandez of the Seattle Mariners in 2012. The first one of the …

The world is full of amazing archaeological sites waiting to be discovered. These sites are proof that our ancestors wandered the Earth before us, leaving behind priceless relics that tell us about their civilization, culture, and way of life. Visiting these archaeological digs is like peeking into the past, walking in the footsteps of our ancestors, and learning more about …

Expanding Your Horizons: Discovering the Lives of 10 Extraordinary Individuals Biographies are a fantastic way to learn about remarkable people who have made an impact in the world, and to gather inspiration from their experiences. These fascinating tales are both informational and exciting to read, combining a journalistic look at the subject’s life along with an engaging storytelling style. By …

Emory’s Global Engagement Recognizes Outstanding Contributions Emory University is committed to collaboration and global partnerships, fostering diverse perspectives and experiences to broaden its impact and promote deeper understanding of the world. This commitment extends to research, innovation, service, and the success of its international alumni, both on campus and internationally. The Office of Global Strategy and Initiatives (GSI) at Emory …

The Best 30 Museums for Captivating Cultural Immersion Visiting museums is an excellent way of learning about diverse cultures, art, history, and heritage. Through artifacts, stories, and experiences, museums offer a unique and stimulating learning experience to all visitors. If you are a fan of museums, here are the best 30 museums for captivating cultural immersion. National Museum of Anthropology, …