On a recent Wednesday evening at Steel String, a craft brewery and taproom in Carrboro, people and dogs press around outdoor tables, while inside, conversations ricochet off distressed brick walls.

The form of the string—as well as the knots, mesh, gauge and loops created from it—changed little over time, showing how this craft was passed down through generations. Objects from earlier stages of ...

Simple string climbing toys have been around for generations. Now you can make your own version of this classic, simple toy just by following a few easy steps. Cut out a shape from the card stock. I ...

Communal spirit has long been central to African identity and culture. Across the continent, the individual is understood not as an isolated unit but as part of a larger web of relationships in which ...