The Rosetta Stone is more than an artifact; it is a symbol of discovery, persistence, and the enduring quest for knowledge. Its story reminds us that even the smallest objects can hold the key to unlocking great mysteries.
Read MoreWhy You Should Visit Rosslyn Chapel in Scotland
I have to admit, I get a certain thrill (okay, I totally geek out) when I get to visit a place that I've seen on the big screen — Rosslyn Chapel did not disappoint.
Made famous in the film version of Dan Brown's novel The Da Vinci Code, this ornately carved church overlooks the beautiful rolling hills of rural Scotland at the edge of the town of Roslin.
Read MoreReads For The Road: The Silk Roads by Peter Frankopan
I am a firm believer in learning, and teaching, history (disclaimer: history was my minor in university, so I have a slight bias). In order to understand where we are going, and not repeat the same mistakes, we have to know where we came from.
Read MoreYour Guide to The NEW Royal Alberta Museum (RAM)
Located in the heart of the city of Edmonton, the capital of Alberta in Canada, the Royal Alberta Museum (RAM) opened its doors in its new location in October of 2018. The new space is 419,000 square feet — twice the size of the former museum — making it the largest museum in western Canada!
Read MoreYour Guide to The Most Amazing Libraries In the World [Infographic]
With the vast availability of Ebooks and audiobooks, reading from a physical book is becoming more and more uncommon. New technology has allowed us to have access to millions of books at our fingertips.
But, there is still something special about stepping foot inside of a library — a place that has helped mold some of our world’s greatest minds.
Read MoreWhat is Old English and How Is It Different From Modern-Day English?
When you read the words “Old English”, I am sure that the first thing that pops into your head are passages from Shakespeare's plays and words like "thou" and "ye".
I am afraid, however, that you would be incorrect.
Read MoreReads For The Road: "The Rise and Fall of The Dinosaurs" by Steve Brusatte
Did you know that T Rex lived ONLY in the western part of North America? That there were pygmy dinosaurs living on islands in what is now Europe? And that most dinosaurs had feathers?!
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