Next year, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of the United States. The History Channel’s new docuseries “Thomas Jefferson” looks at one of America’s Founding Fathers and author of the ...

Thomas Jefferson’s DNA sheds new light on his relationship with Sally Hemings and supports the longstanding conclusion that he fathered her children.

This July 4, the Declaration of Independence turns 250 years old. It is a moment for quiet reflection, loud celebration and pursuing, with everything we have, all that is promised in it. For me, it is ...

Scientists have new proof that Thomas Jefferson had children with his enslaved chambermaid Sally Hemings—and that their bloodline endures across the country.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. JEFFERSON — Two village organizations celebrated history in different but complimentary ways Saturday. The Jefferson Historical ...

Mr. Sarna is a professor of American Jewish history at Brandeis and the author, most recently, of “Coming to Terms With America: Essays on Jewish History, Religion and Culture.” See more of our ...

After a debate over Jefferson’s legacy and his history as a slaveholder, city officials delayed deciding on where to display the statue. By Jeffery C. Mays and Zachary Small See more of our coverage ...