York’s rare wallpaper helps revive George Washington’s Mansion: 'It’s really incredible'
Curators at George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate sought out rare 18th-century wallpaper for an ongoing restoration project ...
Then and Now: In a different era, this building was Spokane’s ‘school for backward children’
At the turn of the 20th century, Spokane was booming and public schools were bursting at the seams. Also growing were the ...
‘Let the waltz begin!’ Vienna’s ball season has 18th century roots, but teens now go online to dance
From its 18th century roots, Vienna’s celebrated ball season has evolved and now involves teenagers learning to waltz by ...
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How the Study of Slavery Has Shaped the Academy
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Captain James Cook: Life and legacy of Yorkshire naval officer
His name is synonymous with Whitby and he became a household name after embarking on voyages to New Zealand, Australia and ...
Century-old school that’s part of Charlotte region’s Black history for sale for $2.2M
The landmark Rosenwald school in the historically Black neighborhood of Smithville was listed on Zillow on Feb. 23.
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Russian School, 18th Century
Touted as the next heir to the cultural capitals of Russia alongside Moscow and St Petersburg is Perm, where a cultural revival highlighting edgy contemporary art is taking place. The new avant garde ...
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18th Century Architecture
Historic CT Estate With Secret Speakeasy, Marilyn Monroe Ties Hits Market For $1.2M A stunning 18th-century estate in Fairfield County is turning heads — not just for its impeccable restoration but ...
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18th annual Nord Country School pie auction: A sweet tradition supporting education
CHICO, Calif. - Nord Country School is excited to announce the 18th Annual Pie Auction, set to take place on Saturday, March 1 at 5 p.m. at the Chico Elks Lodge, located at 1705 Manzanita Avenue. Ed ...
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Century High School wins Rochester Area Scholastic Chess League city cup
ROCHESTER — The Century High School chess team defended the Rochester Area Scholastic Chess League City Cup, defeating Mayo High School 4-1/2 to 1/2 in the championship round. The Rochester Area ...
Liverpool city centre's oldest building that's 'not like any other'
Liverpool is home to many beautiful and historic buildings - but the oldest in the city centre is "not like any other." The Grade I listed Bluecoat Arts Centre building, located on School Lane, is ...
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Where have all the sisters gone? US Catholic school nuns dwindling in numbers
The 35-year-old native of Saigon is a nun with Missionary Sisters of Mary Queen of the World and came to the U.S. when her superiors decided the lessons she'd learn in an American Catholic school ...