HISTORY

Groundhog handler John Griffiths holding Punxsutawney Phil on Groundhog Day 2020.

9 Surprising Facts About Groundhog Day

The history of Groundhog Day stretches back hundreds of years. But, as it turns out, the furry animal isn’t the best at getting the forecast right.

Jurassic Park author Michael Crichton was taller than Michael Jordan

100 “WTF” Facts

In this episode of The List Show, we cover 100 facts about everything from business to biology that'll make you say, “huh?”

9 Surprising Facts About Harriet Tubman

From enslaved woman to Underground Railroad guide and Civil War spy, Harriet Tubman led a remarkable life.

Materials at the Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site in Washington, D.C., show portraits of Woodson and education leader Mary McLeod Bethune

7 Fast Facts About Black History Month

We celebrate Black History Month every February to recognize the amazing impact that African Americans have had on our culture. Read on for more about this tradition's origins.

An illustration by William L. Sheppard of John White and company discussing the ‘CROATOAN’ clue.

13 Tantalizing Facts About the Lost Colony of Roanoke

What happened to the Lost Colony of Roanoke? Corporate greed, dreadful diplomacy, and the wrath of Mother Nature. Also, we don’t know.

Rediscovering Edmonia Lewis, Pioneering Sculptor of Cleopatra and Christ

Edmonia Lewis shaped her own identity in clay and marble, becoming one of the most renowned sculptors of the 19th century.

A couple walking through the courtyard of the Taj Mahal.

7 Grand Romantic Gestures From History

From Richard Wagner’s symphony for his wife to the Taj Mahal, these are the most impressive demonstrations of love from history.