Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities

Everyone wants to be first. The first to achieve something, or discover something new. How that might transform that person's life, though, depends on the details of their story.

Today we meet two people: one who managed to avoid tragedy, and another who ended up creating one. Either way, their stories are curious.

Today's tour will show you artwork from an unlikely painter, and show just how fragile key moments in history really are.

Sometimes great numbers of people will believe a new message and fall in line, while other times the messenger needs to go to great lengths to convince everyone.

Some performances are more than just entertainment. They stick a stake in the ground and mark a chance in world history. Today's tour covers two such stories.

Humans are inventive creatures. How they use that gift, though, is more than a little curious.

History is filled with great individuals who are remembered for their deeds and accomplishments. But today's tour might shed some light on just how curious those heroes can be.

Time has a way of making us forget people. On today's tour, you'll meet two such neglected individuals. Thankfully, both of their stories are worthy of addition to the Cabinet of Curiosities.

It's amazing what you can make out of unusual materials. Whether the end result is a work of art, or a life-long career, those unique ingredients always make for a great story.

Two individuals. Two amazing stories. And even more incredible: both of them are true. You're sure to enjoy their addition to the Cabinet of Curiosities.

Some people make history for the most troubling deeds, while others reach the top, only to be forgotten. Today's tour will introduce you to one of each.

Soem people leave their mark on the world during their own lifetime and then fade away. Others might still find their names on the lips of people generations later. Either way, they make great additions to the Cabinet of Curiosities.

One of the most curious objects in the world is...our world. Hopefully, these tales about our planet will entertain you during your tour of the Cabinet today.

Today's tour involves some items you might actually see in a museum. But without their true stories, you'd be missing just how curious they truly are.

Some of the most fascinating things in the world might or might not really exist. Today's tour should demonstrate that idea nicely.

Not everything that's lost is gone forever. Sometimes they turn up again, and when they do, they bring with them some curious stories.

Whether their origins are accidental or by design, there are some very curious items on our tour today.

Inspiration is found in the most unusual of places. Today's tour will make that abundantly clear.

While unusual objects are perfect for the Cabinet of Curiosities, so are unexpected accomplishments. Here are two that are sure to entertain you.