The Aztecs didn't discover obsidian. It was already the most common raw material in Mesoamerica when they arrived in the ...

Elina Gertsman calls the exhibit “small, but mighty.” Some items are so intricate and ornate they require viewing through a magnifying glass to capture detail. But make no mistake, the impact of ...

After centuries of conquest, many of Mexico's greatest treasures are outside the country. Here's where to find some famous ...

Mystery surrounds an ancient “scythe” or “blade” discovered at a ceremonial offering site between two human skulls. The ...

Recounting the tale of the Spanish conquest, Aztec Rhapsodies tells of heroism, triumph and tragedy in epic verse.

Each Olmec head is unique, leading archeologists to believe they may have been made in honor of ancient Mesoamerican rulers.

So this was really big," she said. Axolotls — named for the Aztec god of fire and lightning, Xolotl — are native to the lakes of Mexico's capital. But their colorful, whimsical looks have won ...

The creatures are associated with Xolotl, the Aztec god of fire and lightning, who is said to have turned into an axolotl when trying to escape his death. Today, axolotls’ ability to regrow ...