Museums and Collections

The first military newspaper in U.S. history was printed in Bloomfield, Missouri.

Discovered in a peat bog, these horned helms come from a thousand years before the Viking Age.

A unique museum that uses visual art and storytelling to reveal the hidden history of the Gullah Geechee and their African ancestors.

Over 300 historical instruments from around the world can be found in the Royal Northern College of Music's basement.

Home to over 1,000 street signs, this museum offers visitors an opportunity to travel over 70 years back in time.

One person's collection from the era.

Step aboard the first ship to circumnavigate North America.

The father of the sewing machine died broke, but this small, free museum is dedicated to the unsung inventor.

Once believed to be a sacred Roman legionary symbol, this bronze figure inspired the 1954 novel 'The Eagle of the Ninth.'

Mobsters came for a soak in the hot springs, and stayed for the illegal gambling and bootlegging.

At this barrel organ museum, history and live concert keep Dutch street organ culture alive.

Come for the 14-foot-long taxidermy alligator. Stay for the mini costumed gators shooting pool.

The former home of one of America's greatest short story writers is home to an annual pun competition.