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How the Harlem Renaissance Sparked a New African American Identity
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The historic period of the Harlem Renaissance hit its height a century ago, but its influence has impacted American culture through the decades.
Can You Pass This Renaissance History Quiz?
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The Renaissance was a time of new ideas and some of the most talented people who have ever lived. If you think you know the people, places and things that influenced the time, then it's your time to shine. Take the quiz to show your stuff!
Ancient Pisco Is Enjoying a Modern-day Renaissance
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A South American brandy, Pisco is experiencing an American renaissance after centuries of popularity - and disputed history - in Peru and Chile.
Did da Vinci really sketch a primitive version of the car?
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Did da Vinci really sketch a primitive version of the car? Discover the answer to the question, did da Vinci really sketch a primitive version of the car?
Remembering Israel 'IZ' Kamakawiwo'ole, the Voice of Hawaii
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Known for his lilting cover of 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow,' IZ was a big part of the Hawaiian Cultural Renaissance.
How Stoicism Works
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Stoicism is an ancient Greek philosophy that is now enjoying a renaissance. Find out How Stoicism Works at HowStuffWorks.
Michelangelo Buildings
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Michelangelo was not only a great sculptor; he was also a master builder. He loved cities over nature and although had many architectural feats under his name, he often declared that he was not an architect. See the famous buildings of Michelangelo.
Sistine Chapel Art Hides Secret Female Anatomy Symbols, Claims New Analysis
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Did Michelangelo hide symbols for human genitals in the Sistine Chapel artwork? Learn more about a new study in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Who Was the First Scientist?
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We've been observing and experimenting in the name of science for centuries. But who deserves the honor of being humanity's very first scientist? Is it Euclid, Darwin, Galileo or someone else?
St. Peter's Basilica
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The great cathedral of the Vatican, St. Peter's Basilica, is Michelangelo's crowing architectural achievement. Read more about the building of it.