Archaeologists Discover Ancient Tokens That Roman Soldiers Used to Play Strategy Games
The lentil-shaped objects were unearthed in Hadrianopolis, an ancient city in modern-day Turkey, that once hosted a Roman fortress
Archaeologists in Pompeii Discover Private Spa Where Dozens of Guests Bathed in Luxury 2,000 Years Ago
The well-preserved thermal bath complex was unearthed at a lavish home likely owned by a member of the ancient city’s elite
How a Questionably Fashionable Shirt Bowled America Over
The gaudy top went from practical necessity to vintage treasure
How Do You Rest in a Culture of Overwork?
A showcase of Black artists displays the restorative power of relaxation, and defines what it means to reclaim time
Medieval Game Pieces Unearthed Beneath a Castle in Germany
The “excellently preserved” chess knight, six-sided die and several other pieces are all about 1,000 years old
These Pits Carved Into Rocks in Kenya Might Be Ancient Game Boards
An archaeologist thinks the small, carved holes were used by herders for games of mancala up to 5,000 years ago
Seven Perfect Summer Spots for Tubing in the United States
From Hawaii to Michigan, these waterways offer slow floats with loads of nature and scenery to take in along the way
Picnics Are Back
Gen-Z is spurning restaurants to enjoy hot dates outdoors—echoing the picnic’s racy beginnings
Looking at Leisure Through Early 20th-Century Trade Catalogs
How did people a 100 years ago spend their free time outside? The Trade Literature Collection offers a few clues to some very recognizable pastimes
How a Railroad Engineer From Nebraska Invented the World’s First Ski Chairlift
The device was part of an elaborate plan on behalf of Union Pacific to boost passenger rail travel in the American West
The Failure of the Magnavox Odyssey Led the Way for the Future of Gaming
The first console reached homes 11 years before Nintendo, marking the beginning of a multibillion-dollar industry
How Do People Picnic Around the Globe?
Outdoor dining is having a moment. Let these traditions from eight different places help you put together the ultimate open-air meal
Taking a Road Trip During the Pandemic? Consider Camping (Legally) on Private Land
These five sites will help you find the perfect spot to avoid the summer crowds
The Accidental Invention of the Slip ‘N Slide
A young boy’s summer antics 60 years ago inspired his father to create the timeless backyard water toy
The New Normal of Dining Out
Restaurants and bars worldwide are instituting unique safety measures against the spread of COVID-19. But will they be effective?
The Best Board Games of the Ancient World
Thousands of years before Monopoly, people were playing games like Senet, Patolli and Chaturanga
Americans Went to the Library More Often Than the Movies in 2019
A new Gallup poll suggests that even in the digital age, libraries remain an important fixture in communities across the country
Ten Inventive Attempts to Make Camping More Comfortable
Making a stay in the great outdoors more luxe isn’t new—even if glamping and #vanlife are
How the History of Merit Badges Is Also a Cultural History of the United States
Over the years, scouting has encouraged boys and girls to be prepared for the world around them
This Secret Corner of California Is a Paradise for Lovers of Great Food and Top-Notch Wines
Jody Rosen meets the free spirits giving shape to this flourishing wine region with a soon-to-be-legendary culinary scene, California’s Mendocino County
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