Venice and Charleston have much in common. Both are surrounded by water. Both are low-lying and experience regular flooding. Both rely on a tourist economy.

Philanthropy helped shape Atlanta. And foundation-giving has had huge ripple effects not only in the metro area, but far beyond Georgia.

There’s something almost magical about the hunt for treasure among other people’s castoffs, and at Shen-Valley Flea Market in White Post, Virginia, that magic comes with a side of serious bargain ...

Dresses worn by Marlene Dietrich and vintage Levi's Gary Cooper owned are among a garment collection of old Hollywood.