Discover Inspiring Stories

Along with our partners, Move to Include convened this important community conversation on ableism and inclusion. This panel discussion features nationally recognized disability rights activist, Imani Barbarin, moderator Jeiri Flores, a Rochester-based disability rights advocate, and local community members who share their own lived experiences.

In this special edition of "Connections with Evan Dawson", we discuss recent legislation and its impact on the disability community. How often are people with disabilities - and their caregivers - brought into the discussion? What are the risks of legislating without that input? Who should be helping guide these policies? Our panel includes Chris Hilderbrant, Heather Burroughs, and Brian Weber.

They came to New England for the promise of a better life. They brought with them a commitment to their faith, their family and their community. They were at the heart of New England industry. Their beautiful churches grace the cities and mill towns where they worked, and their rich cultural traditions are bright strands woven into the fabric of New England life.

A racially complex American city confronts its past and future. When a Black female city councilor, once bussed as a child to hostile neighborhoods, is catapulted to Acting Mayor, she breaks 200 years of white male mayorship. Boston's old school politics are further challenged when the top candidates in the historic 2021 mayoral race are all non-white women.

It’s been said that history is written by those in power. But what about the outlaws, outcasts and rogues? What if they had their say? Rogue History, a digital series produced by PBS Digital Studios and PBS North Carolina, shakes the dust off the history books to unravel myths, unearth narratives, and discover fresh perspectives.

Back in Time is a documentary series that showcases significant people, situations, eras, and events that helped shape the history of the state of Oklahoma. OETA utilizes extensive research, archival photographs and film, as well as interviews with history experts and descendants of the people profiled in each program.

Tells the story of how two historians, Dr. Gordon “ Nick” Mueller and Dr. Stephen Ambrose, sought to salute the spirit of Americans who fought to preserve our freedom. Their dream exists today at The National WWII Museum in downtown New Orleans.

Vegas PBS has partnered with UNLV’s Women’s Research Institute of Nevada to educate our community about some of the extraordinary women who have shaped Las Vegas into the world-famous and unique destination it is today. The goal of this continuing project is to create and distribute programs that focus on local Las Vegas women who have made significant contributions to the quality of life in Southern Nevada.

The work of elections in the US has fundamentally changed. For decades, election administration was considered a significant but quiet civil service job. Since 2020 election workers have dealt with endless harassment, accusations of wrong-doing, constant questioning of their integrity, and coordinated strategies designed to deter and distract them from their most important work. With a controversial presidential election ahead, US election officials, in rural and urban areas

WOSU Public Media, in collaboration with the Ohio History Connection, a Tribal Advisory Council, and historical, archaeological, cultural and tribal experts, is creating a 6-part digital docu-series focused on the Hopewell culture and their Ceremonial Earthworks. The Hopewell culture thrived from 1 AD to 400 AD and included diverse peoples from eastern North America. Many of Ohio's historical tribes trace their origins back to this remarkable civilization. The series will hig

Shane Wood's life changed in Iraq. In an instant, everything was different. but when he came home, the farm was still here, same as ever. Almost, like it was waiting for him. - "Our Ohio" is ThinkTV's weekly series showcasing the lifestyles, heritage and culture of the Buckeye state.

From the bayous of Louisiana to the arroyos of Albuquerque and everywhere in between, America’s Awesome Kids, GBH Kids’ new series, showcases the cultures and passions of children throughout the country.

America From Scratch (and its discussion guides) engages youth with the most important issues of the day, encourages critical thinking, and promotes civic engagement.

MinneHistory introduces young viewers and families to diverse people and events from Minnesota history.

In honor of America’s semiquincentennial in 2026 and as part of the PBS America @ 250 initiative, WPBS asked high school students across Northern New York what being American means to them.

As part of American Experience's We Shall Remain, Arkansas's First People is a 5-part series featuring unique perspectives on American Indian cultural legacy, archaeological data, and interviews with modern tribal representatives of those who had and still have an impact on Arkansas.

Unvieled celebrates the enduring legacies of two of Arkansas's most iconic figures. Daisy Bates, who courageously led the fight for civil rights, and Johnny Cash, whose music captured the soul of America, are immortalized in bronze in the U.S. Capitol’s National Statuary Hall. Explore the profound impact of their lives on history, from their humble beginnings to their lasting influence.

For nearly three decades Jule Huffman entertained the tri-state area as Mr. Cartoon, but his legacy loomed larger than his television personality. Now those who knew him best tell his story. From his childhood during the great depression, through World War Two, into the dawn of the television age and past the turn of the century. This is the story of Jule Huffman. As told by those who knew him.

This unusual, lyrical documentary takes you on a journey into the inner world and prolific/rarely seen art of this amazing, yet humble WV artist. Vietnam vet, David Riffle creates fantastical worlds of 1960s trailers, giant dogs, and the mystical found in nature. He and his daughter also just built together a creative passive solar house in the mountains of WV. They started when she was 8.

Slavery has deep roots in Connecticut and across New England. Enslaved people helped build the foundation of much of this state. Get to know some of these men, women and children and the lives they lived. Hear from descendants who reflect on their loved ones. And learn from historians, experts and volunteers going on a journey of discovery to uncover this hidden history.