Nick Offerman Hosts New Series

Whatever the structure or shelter, the history of humankind is deeply entwined with the fascinating story of where, how, and why we make our homes. CuriosityStream’s original three-part series The History of Home is a visually stunning journey around the globe and through time to discover the surprising histories and mysteries behind every room in the house. Narrator Nick Offerman of Parks and Recreation fame guides viewers through every doorway and around each corner with his trademark wit and charm. The History of Home premieres exclusively on CuriosityStream worldwide beginning June 18, 2020.

“Now more than ever, where we live, where we shelter and where we seek sanctuary is an integral part of each of our lives. With The History of Home we wanted to deconstruct the concept of home to expose the surprising origins of the structures and rituals that surround us every day,” said Rob Burk, Head of Content for CuriosityStream. “We travelled the globe to provide intimate access to some of the most spectacular homes of all time, from famous structures like Highclere Castle — home to the series Downton Abbey — to Kirkjubøargarður, also known as King’s Farm, one of the oldest still-inhabited wooden houses in the world. The History of Home represents CuriosityStream’s unique approach to history; engaging, relevant and always entertaining.”

“I love our human capacity for building clever spots in which to cook our meat and make sweet love to our spouses,” said Nick Offerman, actor, master woodworker and narrator of The History of Home. “This series is such a beautifully embroidered paean to the varied results of that particular talent, so I was over the moon when they asked me to collaborate with their gorgeous work.”

The History of Home examines how the fundamental elements of daily life, such as the need for shelter, comfort, and sustenance, transformed our lives and made our houses homes. World-renowned architects, designers, craftsmen and historians share extraordinary insights on every “story” of the house; from the hallways to the kitchen, then upstairs to the bedrooms and bathrooms. Filmed in 10 countries across 4 continents, the series features 35 stunning locations and many more eye-popping homes. Each hour-long episode is shot with cutting-edge 4K camera technology including the Sony Venice; Sony’s state-of-the-art, full-frame cinema camera providing gorgeous visuals that invite viewers into each unique abode.

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