A slew of stars and influential figures, including former Presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush, converged at the academy museum for A&E's History Talks, drawing upon the past while offering inspiration for the future in a series of weighty conversations.

Two former Presidents, one former first lady and noted historians, authors, academics and journalists gathered Saturday at the Academy Museum for a History Talks event that looked at moments of conflict in the nation's past to bring perspective to the polarization of the present.

Kate Winslet is in her “life is too short” era, and we all here for it. Known for speaking her truth, the Oscar-winning actor has been making headlines while promoting her upcoming biopic Lee, in which she portrays renowned photojournalist Lee Miller.