Ep 5. Lost City Of The Monkey God, Christmas Tree for Teddy and Bell Island Boom
- TVPG
- August 8, 2018
- 40 min
In season 21 episode 5 of Mysteries at the Museum, viewers are taken on a journey to uncover the secrets of the Lost City of the Monkey God. Famed for being one of the last remaining unexplored regions of the world, the show explores the stories and legends surrounding the mysterious city and the explorers who set out to discover its secrets.
Next, the episode delves into a heartwarming story of a Christmas tree given to Teddy Roosevelt by a young girl known only as "Little Alice," who had a special connection to the president. Viewers will learn about the story behind the tree, its importance to Roosevelt during one of his most difficult times in office, and how it found its way into the Smithsonian's collections.
Finally, the episode introduces viewers to the Bell Island Boom, a strange and unexplained phenomenon that shook the island of Newfoundland in the 1970s. With eyewitness testimonies and interviews with scientists and experts, the episode explores the science behind the mysterious booms and the eerie events that accompanied them.
Throughout the episode, viewers will be presented with fascinating historical artifacts, expert opinions, and immersive reenactments that bring each story to life. By the end of the show, they will have gained a newfound appreciation for the investigative work of explorers, scientists, and historians, and the mysteries they strive to uncover.