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Marquis de Lafayette and the American Revolution

French aristocrat Marquis de Lafayette sailed to the United States in 1777 to volunteer his services to the Continental Army. Lafayette spent the long winter of 1777 with George Washington’s army a...

The Political Debates of Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas

The seven debates between Stephen Douglas and Abraham Lincoln during the 1858 Illinois state election produced some of the most significant discussions in American political history, arguing issues...

The Federalist

Learn the story behind the publication of The Federalist, one of the most important works of American political thought. Penned by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay under the pseudon...

Oyster Harvesting in Chesapeake Bay

The Chesapeake Bay has been considered one of the most productive oyster growing areas in the world. In fact, one translation of the word "Chesapeake" from the Algonquian language is “Great Shellfi...

Inscribed by Astronaut Charlie Duke

New additions of signed photographs and books showcase the musings of NASA astronaut Charlie Duke, regarding space travel, moon landings, and the future of Mars exploration.

George Washington and Continental Uniforms

When George Washington became the leader of the nascent Continental army, he wanted his troops to present as a professional military organization. Although none of Washington's uniforms from the Re...

Exploring the Dust Jacket Design of Ernest Hemingway's "A Farewell to Arms"

The first edition printing of Ernest Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms features a striking dust jacket design by the artist Cleonike Damianakes Wilkins, who worked as an illustrator under the pen name...

Theodore Roosevelt and the Rough Riders

The Rough Riders is a unique and compelling account of perhaps the most famous regiment in American history, as told by its Lieutenant, Theodore Roosevelt himself. Read more about this new arrival ...

The American Red Cross War Effort

The American Red Cross played a major roll aiding in the war effort. From providing surgical equipment, food, and recreational services to those in active duty, to helping in the recovery of war ve...

Immigration Influence on War Bond Posters

War Bond posters called on Americans to help with the war effort. Within this outpouring of dynamic posters, many called on a specific audience; the immigrants.