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For generations, the Clark family of Frankford, DE has shown tremendous support of one another as members faced hard times with tender loyalty. Our American Family: The Clarks traces the lives of this African-American family with seven children as they employed humor, resourcefulness and respect for all through the Depression, WWII, and racial tension.

OUR AMERICAN FAMILY: THE BARRERAS From the darkness of a coal mine in New Mexico to vibrant beauty under the California sun, Our American Family: The Barreras Family provides a compelling narrative of unwavering commitment to family. Life in the remote company-owned town of Madrid in the 1920s was a mixture of hard, dangerous work offset by the joy of baseball and celebrations. With the closing of the mine in the early '40s, the extended family re-established itself in southe

OUR AMERICAN FAMILY: THE SMITHS profiles Willie and Rena Smith of Goldthwaite, Texas and their seven children. The film tells the story of a family whose patriarch dies at an early age leaving the mother to raise seven children ages 18 months to 14 years old. After trying for years to make a living on a small farm in Goldthwaite, Rena Smith sets her sights on Abilene. There she believes a better life awaits her children through greater educational and vocational opportunities

OUR AMERICAN FAMILY – THE YOUNGS captures the voices of the generation that experienced this simpler time and the change that followed. The film profiles Darwyn Young, his wife Pauline and their eight children who labored as tenant farmers while nurturing a dream of one day owning their own land. The documentary chronicles their family journey, where reliance upon one another and their faith were the glue that held the family together through the extreme hardships of the Depr

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Twenty five years ago, Paul Broussard, a 27 year old gay man, was murdered on the streets of Houston, sparking a deafening outcry. The crime served as a wake-up call that highlighted all of the harassment and mistreatment experienced by the LGBTQ community. Through the documentary and a follow up live town hall, Houston Public Media explores the aftermath of this pivotal event – from civil unrest to hate crime legislation; from victim’s rights to political activism, Houston a

Alexander Esquivel, an undocumented migrant from El Salvador who has lived in the U.S. for nearly 20 years, recounts his experience being detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement for two months in 2025.

his episode of On Our Minds Road Trip takes us to Columbia, Missouri, where drag performers are building community, creating joy, and challenging stereotypes.

Lawrence Welk was born to Russian immigrant parents in Strasburg, North Dakota, where he developed a strong work ethic and love for music on the family farmstead. After touring the midwest for years, he was scouted by ABC in 1955 to create the "The Lawrence Welk Show," which still runs on public television stations. This biographical documentary explores the life and legacy of Lawrence Welk.

This is the compelling story of a country's fear, a great sadness, and, ultimately, heroism. It is the story of the Japanese-Americans in the war years of the 1940's.

From KUED comes a powerful five-part-series on the five American Indian Tribes of the Great Basin Region we now know as Utah. This episode examines the Paiute indigenous peoples that have called Utah home for centuries.

Discover the momentous events that defined the African American experience in Las Vegas throughout the Civil Rights era. These events altered the city’s history and changed thousands of lives. Our story introduces individuals who are connected to these events, and to each other.