Mysteries at the Museum

2010•2 series

Available on Disc.History

The extraordinary, often bizarre treasures housed in America's museums represent wondrous chapters in history, but a physical display can tell only part of their story. Behind each artefact are amazing tales and secrets to be revealed - tales sometimes brimming with scandal, mystery, murder and intrigue. In `Mysteries at the Museum', presenter Don Wildman visits a wide variety of museums across the United States, taking viewers on a sometimes shocking tour of America's past by re-examining what's been left behind. Interviews, archival footage and re-enactments bring to life the artefacts' enduring mysteries, some that have never been told before on television.

Episode 5Alaska Highway and More

Don Wildman investigates the story behind an amazing feat of engineering, an incredible and true tale of a literary legacy and a monumental discovery at sea. S18, Ep5

Episode 6Benny's Banner and More

Don Wildman investigates the unexpected story behind the Alaskan flag, the madman behind an important English Language book and a quest to save Chicago. S18, Ep6

Episode 7Dishwasher and More

Don examines an antique dishwasher, a golden breastplate from an ancient civilization and a uniform worn by one brave man facing down an entire army. S18, Ep7

Episode 9Invention of the Doughnut

Don Wildman investigates the origins of one of America's favourite treats, a plot unrolled by Cleopatra and the world's most dangerous balloon race. S19, Ep1

Episode 11Ping-Pong Diplomacy and More

Don Wildman investigates the story behind a teenager hippy-turned-diplomat, a daring rescue at sea and the superweapon used to stop the Nazis. S18, Ep8

Episode 13Battle Of The Sexes, And More

Don Wildman investigates the story behind an epic match on the tennis court, a bizarre brawl between clowns and an attempt to cross the Berlin Wall. S18, Ep9

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