Only exclusive calfskin was used to make parchment in Iceland. Calfskin parchment is called vellum, and it took dozens of ...

Teddy Blanks, the designer behind the memorable movie titles for films like “Nosferatu” and “Barbie,” has quietly become ...

In Iceland, archaeologists just unearthed a settlement that predates the Vikings' supposed arrival in the country by decades.

Modern Christmas traditions, such as tree decorating and gift-giving, can be traced back to ancient festivals which evolved through the Middle Ages and Victorian era. These traditions provide warmth, ...

Please consider making a donation to the Museum and help us share the collection with the world. Donate now Take a special tour of our 2014 blockbuster show, the BP exhibition 'Vikings: life and ...

In this wide-ranging interview with WSJ’s Joanna Stern, Apple’s software chief Craig Federighi goes deep into AI privacy, preserving the art of photography, the idea of a sentient Siri and more.