U.S. history

Hartville, Missouri, was named the geographic population center of the country. Learn more about how it was chosen and what it means.

Learn about the significance of parks and trails named after Martin Luther King Jr. and how parks, and access to them, shaped his activism.

What is the best way to reduce conflicts and civil turmoil? Take a look at how peaceful negotiations have worked in the past.

People have long locked away items in capsules for future generations to open. Some are quirky. Some are serious. Discover for yourself.

Kwanzaa, a seven-day event in the U.S. based on African festivals, is celebrated through music and dance from December 26 through January 1.

U.S. postage stamps highlight the American experience, often paying tribute to notable people. Check out a few of the latest stamp designs.

Many National Park Service rangers tell the story of the United States from firsthand experience. Betty Reid Soskin has a century's worth.

American Thanksgiving celebrations share many of the traditions that make up harvest festivals across the globe.

Two experts explain how U.S. TV shows have entertained global audiences for years — and how today's shows were influenced by earlier ones.