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History

Explore the creation of the Statue of Liberty and what it represents to all Americans.

History

Ken Burns and Lynn Novick explore the writer and his enduring influence.

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Local, USA features fascinating stories of diverse people, curated around a single theme.

History

An illuminating portrait of a man who is one of the greatest writers in American history.

History

Hear the remarkable stories of the people and places behind a true American art form.

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The people and stories behind the films from the Seattle International Film Festival

History

Recount the trials, tribulations and triumphs of two pioneers of the women’s movement.

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Take a trip up north with these local stories from Alaska Public Media.

Arts and Music

Ken Burns follows the growth and development of jazz music.

Ken Burns reveals an American couple's secret 1939 mission to help refugees escape Nazis.

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Celebrate the rich diversity of Latino arts and culture in this documentary showcase.

History

The story of an idea as American as the Declaration of Independence and just as radical.

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