Discover the Past

Why do we have Christmas trees? Who invented the candy cane? And which fairytale was the first gingerbread house inspired by? 

Want some fun facts about Thanksgiving history to share this holiday? 

Feeling queasy? In the 1830s, your doctor might have prescribed ketchup.

What was Legs Diamond famous for? Rival gangsters couldn’t figure out how to kill him.

In the 19th century, factory workers turned to their local knocker upper for a wake-up call.

Once considered food only fit for prisoners, lobster only became a luxury food in the 20th century.

Few remember her name. But she holds more medals than any other woman in military history.

Fashion trends from the past can easily look dated. But have you heard about the Victorian obsession with insect jewelry? 

Chocolate, stamps, and cigarettes were all common in 19th century vending machines. But the first vending machine was centuries older. 

Discover strange but true facts about astronaut food and the first meal on the Moon.