Removing a slavery exhibit in Philadelphia revives a 250-year-old American debate.

George Washington kept slaves as president, but a federal display commemorating them has now been dismantled in Philadelphia.

PHILADELPHIA — For some, the removal of exhibits about slavery at the President’s House Site at Independence National ...

The exhibit at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia explored George Washington's involvement in slavery ...

“You see George, you really had a wonderful life, don’t you see what a mistake it would be to throw it all away?” These words ...

George Washington's quote, 'It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one,' emphasizes the power of honesty and ...

History often turns on moments we never see. This video explores the forgotten encounter where George Washington’s life hung in the balance. One decision—guided by honor, not orders—changed the ...

America is celebrating its 250th birthday this year — marking 2½ centuries since the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the creation of the United States.

Around 3 p.m. Thursday, an Independence Park employee who would not give his name told an Inquirer reporter that his ...

The National Portrait Gallery removed key details from the caption beside the president’s photograph. It still has a story to ...

Mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves is retiring from the stage after a last performance as Maria in the Gershwins' Porgy and Bess at ...

He is dominating a lot of news cycles but failing to advance lasting policy change.