The term “painted ladies” might seem to mean something disreputable at first glance, but it is definitely not off-color when it refers to Victorian housing. Painted Ladies is the title of a 1978 book ...

In a small, delicate watercolor from 1864, the Archaic Greek poet Sappho embraces the poet Erinna, their lips nearly touching. Sappho’s longing is plain on her face, while Erinna, heavy-lidded, eyes ...

Cape May is a time capsule on the Jersey Shore. The New Jersey beach town is a treasure trove of Victorian architecture with elaborate mansions, ornate guest houses and tours eager to share the stores ...