There’s something utterly surreal about rounding a bend in suburban Ohio and coming face-to-face with a medieval castle. Loveland Castle Museum, known locally as Chateau Laroche, rises from the banks ...

Hand-blown glass wine decanters share shelf space with plastic knight helmets for kids, creating a shopping experience ... backdrop for the gray stone structure. The iron maiden: medieval Europe’s not ...

Pointy shoes have been all the rage across cultures for centuries, and their role as status symbols continue today.

If you have ever dreamed of stepping back in time to Medieval times, now is your opportunity to experience just that. Casie Holdcroft from the Building for Kids Children’s Museum ...

David M. Perry is a contributing columnist for the Minnesota Star Tribune focusing on disabilities, history, higher education and other issues. He is a historian and author.

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Norwich Castle, a mighty medieval fortress built by William the Conquerer after he invaded England in 1066, reopened to the public last month following a landmark $37 million restoration. The castle’s ...

My family took an 11-day trip to Europe and spent time in four countries. I was worried at first, after planning our itinerary, that our 11-year-old twins wouldn't have fun. But the trip was a hit, ...

What words come to mind when you think of the Middle Ages, also known as the medieval period? If you’re thinking “violence,” you’re not wrong (though I would have added “smelly”). To investigate the ...

Castles, with their mix of history, glamour and culture, can be a highlight of any European vacation. But take heed, young families! Trips to castles might sound inherently kid-friendly, especially ...