Museums in Paris That Surprise and Delight, From Medical History to Magic to Marie Curie
These eight institutions, from the Museum of Perfume to the Museum of Fairground Arts, fly under the radar in the French capital
Building Used by Marie Curie Saved From Demolition
Cultural heritage supporters are hoping to see the facility listed as a protected site
Three Quirky Facts About Marie Curie
In honor of her 150th birthday, let’s review a few lesser-known pieces of her personal history
How Marie Curie Brought X-Ray Machines To the Battlefield
During World War I, the scientist invented a mobile x-ray unit, called a “Little Curie,” and trained 150 women to operate it
When Women Crowdfunded Radium For Marie Curie
The element was hard to get and extremely expensive but essential for Curie’s cancer research
Visit These Ten Sites Celebrating Major Anniversaries in 2017
From Jane Austen’s 200th anniversary to the founding of Denali National Park, there are plenty of events to fill your calendar