Gargoyles weren’t just scary—they were sacred plumbing with a message

Paintings of Rubens’s beloved wife Isabella and, later, Helena, are among the artist’s most intimate works.

The world-renowned teaching by award-winning artist Glenn Vilppu inspires some of the world’s top animators, illustrators, and painters.

Asher Brown Durand’s idealized painting encapsulates the principles of the art movement while paying tribute to friends Thomas Cole and William Cullen Bryant.

The Victorian era was known for its proliferation of naturalists, observational science, and creative writing.

The award-winning works of ‘Prix de West Invitational Art Exhibition & Sale’ are in.

‘The Acts of the Apostles’ is reprised in a dystopian setting with all the familiar biblical figures.

From zany characters to clear direction, Midsommer Flight puts on a stellar performance of one of Shakespeare’s funniest works.

The Chicago-based production company that presents Shakespeare’s classic cross-dressing comedy has done a fantastic job.

Both Bryan Cranston and Allison Janney know they’re above this quaint movie, but as consummate showbiz pros, they admirably don’t phone in their performance.

James Stewart’s character may be eccentric, but he knows how to save a plane from crashing.

The statesman’s speech illustrates the importance of articulating higher principles in dire times.

Historian Daniel Boorstin makes the distinction between heroes and celebrities as defined in this modern age of technology and social media platforms.

The Romantic poet celebrates how the simple things in life can show true love.

In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we look at one of America’s most majestic and impressive Federal structures.

When something is created with love, the resulting products are imbued with vibrant life.

In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit a historic, royal complex that blends Persian and European architecture.

In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we look at the eclectic grandeur of a historic, Caribbean, plantation-style villa.

The NTD Figure Painting Competition is a cultural event with the mission of promoting time-tested traditions.

The Fifth NTD International Photography Competition celebrates sports with a new award.

A new international photography competition award commemorates the 250th anniversary of America’s independence.

The early morning symphony of birds is about more than melody.

Music masters like Bach, Schubert, Schumann, and Strauss infused this esoteric ingredient to create their profound musical works.

Nairne’s poetic songs helped preserve the traditions of Scotland’s folk music.

Dan Dean, from the award-winning trio, Phillips, Craig, and Dean, wants to encourage people with his latest spiritually uplifting record.

Creating music together is one of the oldest—and best—ways to build community.

Composers find inspiration in the stories and tales that capture their imaginations; luckily we listeners have the opportunity to be inspired too.

The former Statler Brothers bandmember releases his latest solo album.

In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a brilliant missionary’s son who becomes one of the most important scholars on Near East studies.

Founded during World War II, the USO was staffed by volunteers: Entertainers, mothers, sisters, and sweethearts supported and encouraged soldiers.

In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a Scottish immigrant who helped two revolutions and single-handedly paid off America’s debt.

The lieutenant commander of the USS Arizona kept a calm mind, and saved several lives during the attack on Pearl Harbor.

In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we discover the remote remains of an 18th-century estate and evidence of its rich history.

In this installment of ‘When Character Counted,’ we meet a general of the Union Army whose attributes helped turn the tide of the Civil War.

In ‘Plainville, Connecticut: A History,' a small town serves as a microcosm for the national odyssey.

A daisy and a lark comfort each other in this fairy tale.