This was the event that now marks the first American day of Thanksgiving, even though many Indigenous peoples had long had rituals that included giving thanks and other European settlers had ...

A s America prepares for the 250th anniversary of its declaration of independence from Britain, there is a pitched battle over what the American story is, and who gets to tell it. Jill Lepore is at ...

Douthat State Park, one of Virginia’s original state parks, has been charming visitors since the 1930s. The 50-acre lake sits like a jewel among the mountains, reflecting the surrounding peaks in its ...

The “Workman’s Salad” with bacon, ham, chicken, and cheddar cheese is hearty enough to satisfy even the most dedicated carnivore, while the “House Salad” with its fresh greens and vegetables offers a ...