In his new book, Edward J. Larson explains what happened in 1776 that caused people in the American colonies to change their views on British rule. He...

Development consultant Coby Lefkowitz traces the history of the built environment in the United States from the rise of urbanization in the Industrial...

Explore Kansas City’s history through The Kansas City Star's photo archive now held by the Library. Photojournalists and Library staff discuss how key...

Entrepreneur, social activist, and political leader Bruce R. Watkins left an indelible mark on Kansas City, advancing civil rights and fighting agains...

Daniel Smith, chairman of the Monnett Battle of Westport Fund, tells the story of the Black soldiers who fought in the Battle of Westport during the C...

Award-winning author and scholar Imani Perry discusses her new book, Black in Blues: How a Color Tells the Story of My People. Her dozens of short ess...

The Command and General Staff College’s professor Shawn Faulkner discusses how the 300-year-old Habsburg dynasty went from holding sway over vast terr...