By the early 1900’s, nearly every region of the globe had been visited and mapped, with only two key locations left: the North and South Poles. After two Americans staked claim to reaching the North Pole, a Norwegian explorer and a...

In this captivating talk, journey into the surprisingly colorful nights of the Amazon Rainforest, as artistic entomologist Leo Lanna and designer Lvcas Fiat introduce us to the shapeshifting wonder of a creature they've fallen in love...

This video provides an overview of the International Space Station (ISS) and the collaborative efforts of countries to explore space. It highlights the sacrifices and dedication of the astronauts who live and work on the ISS, as well as...

An international team of archaeologists face a unique challenge to build a replica of the Pharaoh Queen's famous ship, based only on an ancient scale drawing. Maths - Space A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by...

This video explores the culture, lifestyle, and history of the Pequot tribe, who lived in Connecticut. Known for their fierce warrior reputation, the Pequots were skilled farmers, hunters, and fishermen. The tribe had strong trade...

The big idea to climb the highest mountain in the world had eluded many mountain expeditions until Tensin Norgay and Edmund Hillary became the first to conquer Mount Everest. On May 29, 1953, Norgay and Hillary were the first to...

Dr. Zarka examines the yeti’s origins, from Tibetan folklore and religion to the Westernized abominable snowman version. She explains how Buddhist beliefs, a series of intrepid 20th-century explorers, and a creatively translated word...

Explore the architectural innovations of the Vikings, whose expertise extended beyond shipbuilding to constructing energy-efficient homes suitable for harsh Scandinavian winters. This video tours a reconstructed Viking village,...

English Exploration of the New World investigates the English exploration of the New World by researching details of travel and motivations.

English Exploration of the Western Hemisphere investigates English exploration and identifies the motivations to discover the Western Hemisphere by analyzing what they hoped to gain from their explorations.

In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Russian Plans to Invade India

The Expeditions in Computing awards tackle some of the most challenging computing and information science and engineering issues today. See some of the research being carried out by Expeditions in Computing awardees in this...

Sergei Krikalev, cosmonaut and flight engineer of Expedition 1, the first long-duration mission to the International Space Station, recounts the 20th anniversary of this mission and a career of fostering international collaboration....

Join me at the Polar Research Institute in Cambridge to find out first hand what Antarctic Explorers wore over 100 years ago! Greg helps me to see how modern expedition clothing works using the help of our thermal imaging camera, and I...

In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Spanish Conquest of the Inca Empire

This program examines the important figures of this period, their motivations for exploring new lands, and their tragedies and successes. This video looks at the voyages made by chinese men in the 15th century that were sent out by the...

In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the 1890 British Ultimatum