Miss Cellania

Joined: Nov 21, 2012

Miss Cellania wrote for mental_floss beginning in 2007. She is the managing editor at Neatorama and keeps a small humor blog called MissCellania.com. In her spare time, she is raising a frightening number of children in a small Kentucky town.

12 Amazing Underground Destinations to Visit

Luigi Galvani, a possible model for Dr. Frankenstein, conducts his famous experiments on frogs.

7 People Who Might Have Inspired Dr. Frankenstein

September is prime apple picking season.

6 Ways to Celebrate the Autumnal Equinox

6 Easter Traditions From Around the World

That’s a groundhog who was woken up too early.

Where Did Groundhog Day Come From?

Will the groundhog see its shadow? Uncover the history and folklore behind Groundhog Day and its connection to weather forecasting.

There’s a reason no one lives on Palmyra Atoll.

10 Uninhabited Islands—and the Reasons They’re Devoid of Humans

Some of these islands were never occupied by humans, but the majority have been abandoned.

8 Close-But-Not-Quite Cats

These unusual animals are in the same taxonomic group as cats, but there isn’t much family resemblance.

Bessie Coleman, David Bowie, and Martin Luther King Jr. all have January birthdays.

10 Famous Birthdays to Celebrate in January

Some of our favorite figures from history, literature, music, pop culture, and more were born in the first month of the year. Do you share a birthday with one of these famous folks?

Remembering Ada Lovelace, the First ‘Computer Programmer’

In the 1840s, Ada Lovelace wrote the world’s first machine algorithm for an early computer that existed only on paper.

8 Historical Accounts of Werewolves

Turning into a werewolf was a popular pastime in 16th-century France.

9 Bizarre Food Museums

Ideas for your next road trip!

The stuff hanging from these trees isn't actually moss.

10 Fascinating Facts About Spanish Moss

Spanish moss is neither Spanish nor moss. But the iconic Southern plant has an interesting history.

What Exactly Is Canada Day?

Here’s a brief history of Canada’s national day—which celebrates the joining of the three original provinces—and how you can celebrate.

John Adams predicted people would celebrate Independence Day with fireworks.

The History of Fourth of July Fireworks

The celebration of American Independence Day has never been small, subdued, or quiet. Here’s why the Fourth of July is illuminated with colorful displays in major cities, small towns, and backyards.

Krampus seems more suited to Halloween than Christmas.

8 Legendary Monsters of Christmas

Fans of 'The Office' may recognize Belsnickel, but you should also get to know other Christmas monsters like Krampus and the Yule Lads.

6 Perfectly Nice Places with Terrifying Names

When you live in a place called Hell, you have to have a sense of humor.