In ancient Greece people enjoyed chilled wine at social gatherings using specially designed cooling pots called psykter.

The beloved painting titled The Carols (Greek: Ta Kalanta) was produced in 1872 by the reputable Greek painter Nikiforos Lytras.

Atop Cividade Hill in northern Portugal, the ancient city of Bracasa Augusta lays in ruin. Today, the site belongs to the modern-day city of Braga, but 2,000 years ago, it was occupied by the Romans ...

The ancient Romans were the first to compile comprehensive texts about more than one subject, and that’s why we say they ...

Many different civilizations have risen in the Near East over the millennia and each had their own unique religion, though ...

New Zealand - Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, adventure sports, and the warm hospitality of the locals. Italy - Indulge in rich history, art, and delicious cuisine while exploring cities like Rome, ...

Stories of Race and American Sculpture” will be on display at the Smithsonian American Art Museum through Sept. 14.

The prospect of rising from the fog of holiday hustle, bustle and feasts to contemplate how to do better next year is ...

Egypt was once the reserve of culture vultures, but as many five-star hotels have moved into the country in recent years, it ...

The January art fair calendar wastes no time getting started. There’s Este Arte kicking off in Uruguay just days after New ...

Most people don't give salt much thought. But, it has a longer and more intricate history than many realize. Here are some ...

The past year has seen plenty of news in the museum sphere. Some of it marked beginnings, some marked endings. Some news was ...