Charles Alderton invented Dr. Pepper, first called "Waco," in a local pharmacy. He then began selling it as a syrup mixed with carbonated water at his soda fountain. Watch this video for more info. Leer más.
The Texas Collection can be found at Baylor University, holding archives, photographs, maps, newspapers, and oral memoirs that depict the historic progression of Texas. Watch this video for more info. Leer más.
On August 24th, 1970 the New Year's Eve Gang attempted to bomb Sterling Hall. This was the largest domestic terrorist attack until Oklahoma City. Watch this C-SPAN video for more info. Leer más.
The public thought the home was built as a cottage for Frank Lloyd Wright's mother; however, it was actually a hideaway for him and his lover. Watch the video to hear more about this home. Leer más.
First claimed by the Spanish, in 1806 Pikes Peak became a symbol for exploration, the gold rush, settlement and tourism in Colorado Springs. For more information, watch this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
Explores Nikola Tesla's ideas through historical info, photographs, and artistic projects, showcasing how Tesla's ideas made intuitive leaps. To learn more about Tesla, watch this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
The Helen Hunt Jackson exhibit has her house in the museum, including her cabinet of curiosity showcasing her love for the natural world. To learn more watch this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
This Victorian-era house is full of over 14,000 original artifacts from Governor Alexander Ramsey's life in St. Paul. Watch this C-SPAN video to hear more about the house. Leer más.
Arriving to the Wind River Reservation in 1878, Sara Wiles comments on the Arapaho Indian Tribe's traditions, economic struggles and culture. For more information check out this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
The outside of the dome is copper, however the gold leafing on the dome started in the 1900s and has been re-done five times. To hear more about the Wyoming State Capitol check out this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
Constructed in 1886, the Cheyenne Depot was a popular stop for the Union Pacific railway. 100 trains per day continue to pass through Cheyenne. Check out this C-SPAN video for more information. Leer más.
The Iowa State Capitol Building is the only five domed capitol building in the country. Check out this C-SPAN video for more info. Leer más.
Left Bank Books has a history of political and social activism in the St. Louis community. For more info check out this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
Learn more about the cemetery's famous inhabitants through this C-SPAN video. Do you know which half of the Lewis & Clark duo is buried here? Leer más.
The Dred Scott Decision is one event that hastened the start of the Civil War. To learn more about St. Louis and its historic background check out this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
The Gateway Arch is over twice as tall as the Statue of Liberty, clocking in at 630 feet. Check out this C-SPAN video for more info. Leer más.
Celebrating St. Louis' 250 year history, the Museum is hosting its 50 People, 50 Places, 50 Images, 50 Moments and 50 Objects exhibit. Check out this C-SPAN video for more info. Leer más.
The Eads Bridge project was the first to use true steel in any major bridge architectural undertaking. check out this C-SPAN video for more info. Leer más.
Built in 1894, Waring Historical Library was originally known as Hoffman Library. For more info check out this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
The Draytons were an important family in the development of the colony of South Carolina. To learn more about the family and the plantation check out this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
The 16th Street Baptist Church was built in 1873 and was moved to its current 16th Street location in 1883. To learn about the history of the church and its tragic past watch this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
Stewart Indian School was opened in 1880 and the first graduating class had 37 students. To learn more about the school check out this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
Bellingham's unique combination of fishing village and college town provides for a creative environment. To learn more about Bellingham and Village Books watch this C-SPAN interview with the owner. Leer más.
Check out Vanishing Ice: Alpine and Polar Landscapes in Art, 1775-2012 Exhibit. The exhibit traces the history of the planet's frozen frontiers within the context of climate change. Leer más.
Point Roberts is considered a geopolitical oddity because it is not physically connected to the United States. To learn more about the history of this island check out this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
Ross's Landing was where the mass forced exodus of the Cherokee Indians began, otherwise known as the Trail of Tears. To learn more about the area and the move westward check out this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
The Chickamauga Dam was a Tennessee Valley Authority project from 1940, and was dedicated by FDR. To learn more about the TVA and the Valley's history check out this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
Olympia was originally named Cheet Woot, which means "place of the bear." To learn more about the history of the capitol, check out this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
Bush's Pasture Park is home to the Asahel Bush House, built in 1877-78. Bush started the Oregon Statesman newspaper in the late 19th century. For more info on the house watch this C-SPAN video. Leer más.
