What is Lens on History

Lens on History is a visually driven history platform that brings the past into sharp focus—one place, one object, one forgotten story at a time.

Presented through vlog-style episodes filmed on location, Lens on History explores American history, Colonial America, and the 18th and 19th centuries by walking the streets, cemeteries, buildings, and landscapes where history actually happened. Each episode connects everyday objects, architectural details, and long-standing traditions to the real people who shaped them.

The project places a strong emphasis on Savannah, Georgia history and the broader Atlantic world, while consistently widening the lens to include forgotten historical figures, overlooked communities, and stories rarely told in textbooks. Rather than abstract timelines, the focus is on physical evidence—grave markers, headboards, brickwork, woodwork, street layouts, and surviving structures that still speak for themselves today.

Lens on History is created for curious minds: history enthusiasts, educators, travelers, preservationists, and anyone searching for hidden history, early American life, and the authentic stories behind historic places. The vlog format keeps the experience personal and accessible, inviting viewers to explore alongside the host as questions are asked, sources are examined, and conclusions are formed in real time.

We help you find hidden history, photograph it, and enjoy your visit in Savannah, Georgia.