On this day in 1961, President John F. Kennedy announces to Congress his goal of sending an American to the moon by the end of the decade and asks for financial support of an accelerated space program.

From its Civil War origins to its modern-day traditions, find out more about America's most solemn holiday.

On this day in 1797, future President Thomas Jefferson writes to his friend Angelica Church, inquiring casually about their mutual friend, Maria Cosway, a woman who had once captured his heart and inspired a romantically-themed essay.

On its 130th birthday, check out some surprising facts about the iconic Brooklyn Bridge.

New studies involving prehistoric dogs are enabling scientists to form important conclusions about the history of humans and their most devoted companions.

After nearly two centuries, scientists have identified the plant pathogen that devastated Ireland, killing 1 million people and triggering a mass emigration.

History is filled with examples of ambitious swindlers who took on the identities of kings, queens and other royals.

A new study shows that agriculture may have emerged in southern China much earlier than previously thought.

On this day in 1873, San Francisco businessman Levi Strauss and Reno, Nevada, tailor Jacob Davis are given a patent to create work pants reinforced with metal rivets, marking the birth of one of the world's most famous garments: blue jeans.

Check out the schedule below and make your way to one of our events to sample free BBQ and enjoy great HISTORY entertainment and giveaways. You might even spot some of your favorite HISTORY stars along the way.

The reopening of Lenin's Tomb has reignited debate over the ultimate fate of the founder of the Soviet Union.