Peruvian Mummies' Ancient Tattoos Come Under Laser FocusThe Chancay culture is notable for its intricate and finely detailed tattoos discovered on mummies, revealing advanced artistic skills and craftsmanship.
After Five Generations, a Family Gave Back the Treasures in Its ClosetThe Newell family contemplates returning a historically significant suitcase and its contents to the Lakota community, reflecting on heritage and cultural reconciliation.
A photographer who makes historical subjects dance - Harvard GazetteWendel White's new monograph explores African American history through artifacts from the 13 original colonies, highlighting their deeper connections and meanings.
Maqdala shield to be repatriated to EthiopiaThe 19th-century Ethiopian shield will be repatriated to Ethiopia after being displayed in the US, symbolizing the nation's resilience and heritage.
Mansion of mysticism: Paris opens glittering home to Sufi art and beliefsThe kashkul embodies the Sufi journey of spiritual cleansing and divine trust, serving as a rich cultural artifact at the new Musee d'Art et de Culture Soufis MTO.
Hidden scrolls, tantric puzzles and SpongeBob SquarePants a startling new angle on ancient Asian artThe Rijksmuseum's exhibition highlights hidden aspects of ancient Tibetan bronzes, revealing their spiritual significance and complexities through advanced imaging techniques.
Tribe seeks protection for cultural artifacts in California park. There is history in this ground.'Cultural artifacts of the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians may be endangered by proposed developments at Ivey Ranch Park.
Behold a Creative Animation of the Bayeux TapestryMedieval tapestries were exclusive artifacts that reflected wealth and power, serving as tools for political narratives and historical memory.
Early medieval metalworking facility found on Scottish islandDiscovery of an early medieval metalworking workshop on Islay reveals cultural shifts and unique artifact significance, marking a transition from domestic life to industry.
A Gallery of 40 Coins Through HistoryCoins revolutionized commerce from barter systems to a standardized currency, intertwining economic and political narratives in ancient societies.
A New Discovery from the Titanic: Diana of Versailles Sculpture Found Among Shipwreck Artifacts | stupidDOPEThe Titanic continues to unveil treasures, like the recently discovered sculpture of Diana, enhancing its historical and cultural allure.
The weirdest stuff we've sent into orbitObjects sent into space reflect diverse human motivations rather than unified scientific purposes.
100 Pieces of Pop Culture That Defined ObamacoreObamacore encapsulates the optimistic and earnest pop culture of the Obama era from 2008 to 2016, reflecting the political climate's influence on creativity.
Hulu celebrates release of "Black Twitter: A People's History" in D.C.The rise and impact of Black Twitter is highlighted in the docuseries "Black Twitter: A People's History" with artifacts displayed at a Hulu event.
csd.design's interior layout for sanxingdui museum in china forms around copper spiral rampSanxingdui Museum Design Bridges Time and Space
The Music That Made UsNostalgia for '80s music through a film sceneThe impact of re-encountering significant cultural artifacts in a different life stage