Gargoyles, originating as practical water spouts in Gothic architecture, evolved into fantastical sculptures. These stone figures channeled rainwater away from buildings, preserving their structure.

Thanks to a grant from the Middleborough Cultural Council, the Middleborough Public Library is sponsoring a two-part series on Zoom titled, “Gravestones, Gargoyles, and More. Oh My!” The two ...

At the Plants for the Southwest garden center, one can find an oasis in the desert. On April 21 and 22, the center will showcase the works of the late Miles Thompson, who found his passion sculpting ...

Carved stone animals adorn the sides of many Gothic buildings, particularly in Europe. Perched on high, some of these mystical beings provide merely visual appeal; others—technically known as ...

The nonprofit organization Friends of Notre-Dame de Paris want to pair you with the building’s signature stone demons. (We first learned about the fundraiser at DesignTAXI.) You can contribute to a ...

Editor's note: This story was originally published in Oct. 2014. Halloween and October go hand in hand. Ghosts and goblins, black cats, scary masks and all things frightening erupt on Oct. 31 and ...