It ranks as one of the worst floods and among US modern history’s top ten natural disasters. The Great Flood of ’93 occurred from April to October, overflowing the Mississippi and Missouri rivers and their tributaries.

The abolishment of slavery in the United States has a long and complicated history. By 1860, there were approximately 4 million enslaved people in the US. Although most of us are familiar with Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation of 1863, it is only part of the story.

Satchel Paige’s long and storied history with the city of St. Louis.

Elizabeth Keckley’s talent as a seamstress not only freed her from slavery but also earned her a job in the White House as the dresser of Mary Todd Lincoln.

One of St. Louis’ most distinguished female citizens, Florence Hayward, was the only woman on the board of the 1904 World’s Fair.

Two St. Louis African American war heroes awarded the Purple Heart for their efforts in the Vietnam War.

A St. Louis toll booth operator turned local celebrity.

Baseball historian John Thorn talks to HEC Media about the early game of baseball and its roots.

By Kelly Maue Pi is a mathematical constant with a value of 3.14. And someone (likely a mathematician?) had the bright idea that this numerical value represents the date March 14th, which should be hailed as Pi Day.  There are different ways to celebrate Pi Day. While some people may dabble in math or physics […]

The 1904 World’s Fair featured a competition to showcase the first public example of powered flight in America.