What Is Valentine’s Day, and Why Do We Celebrate It? The History of the Most Romantic Day of the Year

What is Valentine’s Day, and why do we celebrate it? The history of the most romantic day of the year

The day was once conceived as part of Christianity breaking with pagan tradition but is now nearly fully secular.

The Origins of Valentine's Day: A Surprisingly Dark Roman Tradition

The origins of Valentine’s Day stretch back long before heart shaped chocolates and red roses filled store shelves. The history behind Valentine’s Day includes dark origins, muddled stories and a surprising amount of chance.

The Brutal, Dark History Behind Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is celebrated on February 14 as a time for couples to show love and appreciation. But, the origins of Valentine's Day have a dark story to tell. Continue reading…

From Cupid to cardstock: The history of Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is celebrated by millions around the world every year, but unlike other holidays like Halloween or Christmas its exact origins are less clear. Many believe that it was originally a …