Michelangelo battles Raphael for Papal favor as violent religious schisms engulf Europe. Tuesday at 9pm.
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Ft. McHenry letter, Persian rug, two-sided painting, globe-trotting candelabra, folk art canes.
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Henry Louis Gates explores the roots of journalist Sunny Hostin & actor Jesse Williams. Tuesday at 8pm.
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Follow the journey of Maya Lin behind the controversial Vietnam Veterans Memorial in DC. Tuesday at 10pm.
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Walking with DinosaursTravel back in time to the dangerous journey of the Pachyrhinosaurus, where survival is at stake. Wednesday at 8pm.
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A journey down the Colorado River reveals the ripple effects of humanity’s quest to conquer water. Wednesday at 9pm.
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Ft. McHenry letter, Persian rug, two-sided painting, globe-trotting candelabra, folk art canes.
WATCH NOWHenry Louis Gates explores the roots of journalist Sunny Hostin & actor Jesse Williams. Tuesday at 8pm.
WATCH PREVIEWFollow the journey of Maya Lin behind the controversial Vietnam Veterans Memorial in DC. Tuesday at 10pm.
WATCH PREVIEWTravel back in time to the dangerous journey of the Pachyrhinosaurus, where survival is at stake. Wednesday at 8pm.
WATCH PREVIEWA journey down the Colorado River reveals the ripple effects of humanity’s quest to conquer water. Wednesday at 9pm.
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The Baltimore Banner
Maryland streamlines application for food, cash, health assistance
State officials have upgraded the application website, now called “Maryland Benefits” and available at marylandbenefits.org.
State Circle
State officials are bracing for Medicaid cuts
We unravel some of the complexities of Medicaid and find out how big of a challenge this will be for the state.
MarylandPublicTV
The Maryland Oral History Project - Dr. Aminta Breaux, BSU President, with MPT’s Travis Mitchell
Dr. Breaux discusses her extensive background and diverse higher education leadership experiences. She also shares new initiatives and successes at Bowie State University.
Direct Connection
Maryland crisis hotline faces changes with new limits on specialized support for LGBTQ+ population, plus, the impact of new federal laws on the solar industry.
FEATURED PROGRAMMING
Chesapeake Collectibles
Episode 1208
Ft. McHenry letter, Persian rug, two-sided painting, globe-trotting candelabra, folk art canes.
NEW EPISODES
The Great American Recipe
The home cooks are back for week two, preparing dishes that show support and celebration.
NEW EPISODES
Grantchester
Alphy and Geordie investigate the murder of a rock band member.
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Summer On! Family Activities
Turn up the fun and learning with Summer On! family activity calendars. Each month features fun themes built around MPT’s Media STEPs: Select, Talk, Explore, and Play.
HBCU Week NOW
HBCU Week NOW offers films about the under-told stories of sacrifice, courage, innovation, and hope that chronicle HBCU contributions to science, medicine, history, education, civil rights, the arts, music, sports, and more!
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Explore PBS Dramas
Gripping crime dramas, breathtaking period dramas, and captivating international drama shows from MASTERPIECE and more!
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The PBS App
Stream your favorite PBS shows, create the perfect watchlist, connect with your local station, and more — anywhere you watch.
Download the New MotorWeek App
Watch and listen to the latest MotorWeek content all in one place with the MotorWeek app! No need to sign up, just download the app and you’ll never miss a mile of MotorWeek!
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Outdoors Maryland
Thought-provoking stories depicting the region's ecosystems, people, and places.
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Chesapeake Bay Week Programs
Stories of past and present offer a lively, local and insightful look at this mighty yet fragile source of wonder.
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Climate, Nature & Our Planet
Watch documentaries and read articles about how our climate is changing with the perspective of climate scientists.
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Maryland Farm & Harvest
The series that puts a human face on farming while telling the stories of the industry that built this nation.
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Chesapeake Collectibles
Explore the region's history through the intriguing stories of its antiques and treasures. And their values will amaze you!
PROGRAM AND EXTRAS
Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom
Meet the woman who repeatedly risked her life and freedom to liberate others from slavery.
PROGRAM AND EXTRAS
Becoming Frederick Douglass
Discover how a man born into slavery became one of the nation’s most influential leaders.
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Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom and Becoming Frederick Douglass
Two original documentaries and a companion website shed light on the lives of a pair of towering icons in the struggle to end slavery.
MPT Digital Studios
Maryland Underground: Thompson Farm
Can we determine exactly where Harriet Tubman was born?
Programs and Initiatives
Community & Culture
MPT presents a variety of programming that strives to represent more of our region’s people, history, and culture.
MPT KIDS
For Children and Parents
STREAM the PBS Kids channel; learn what's new in children's programs, games, and apps; advice for raising kids; activities ideas; and more!
For the Booming Older Generation
Next Avenue
Our daily content delivers vital ideas, context and perspectives on issues that matter most as we age.
PBS NEWSHOUR
News, Analysis, Top Headlines, Live Coverage
Turn to PBS NewsHour for solid, reliable reporting that has made it one of the most trusted news programs on television.