According to the World Atlas, some of these Missouri towns may prove the first settlers could have had a “slightly mischievous sense of humor.” ...

World’s Fairs were created to launch futuristic technology and products, but ended up selling ideas and experiences. 174 ...

From railroad tycoons to golden fields, the origins of each county’s name reveal the region’s political, cultural and ...

Taverns and saloons were an integral part of Irish and German immigrants’ lives and social connections in the 19th century. Social Turners, a German American gymnastics club, founded its Chicago ...

After years of planning and development, Gulf Shores International Airport is set to welcome outbound low-cost nonstop flights to 6 destinations starting May 21.

The 19th century Missouri senator is ... there are counties named for him in Kansas, Missouri (the one that makes the most sense) and Oregon. Four towns, two in Missouri (Linneus and Linn) and ...

A movement for some Illinois counties to join Indiana threatens to resurrect an ominous practice from the 19th century.

You can't beat a good road trip, and one underrated state is seemingly tailor-made for exploration. Like canyons and historic towns? You'll love this.

Rails to Trails Conservancy is hosting its Celebrate Trails Day on April 26. This annual spring celebration of America’s ...