In celebration of this year's Black History Month, PBS will showcase an expansive lineup of programs profiling the rich history, culture and contributions of African Americans. From the abolition of slavery to the rise of the black power movement, these programs take a profound look into a variety of historical events and individuals.
Daisy Bates: First Lady of Little Rock
Independent Lens
A feminist before the term was invented, Daisy Bates refused to accept her assigned place in society. (Streaming ends Feb. 16)
Underground Railroad
The William Still Story
Explore the story of a man who risked his life shepherding runaway slaves -- "human cargo" -- to freedom.
Freedom Riders
American Experience
The award-winning story behind civil rights activists who challenged segregation in the American south.
The award-winning story behind civil rights activists who challenged segregation in the American south.
Roads to Memphis
American Experience
Explore the international manhunt for the assassin of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Dreams of Obama
FRONTLINE
A biography of America's 44th president and what has brought him to this historic moment.
The Old Man and the Storm
FRONTLINE
What one family's saga says about the challenges & frustrations in rebuilding New Orleans.
A Celebration of Civil Rights Music
In Performance at the White House
Watch top entertainers perform songs from the Civil Rights Movement, as well as readings from famous Civil Rights speeches and writings.
1957 Martin Luther King Jr Interview
The Open Mind
In 1957, Richard D. Heffner sat down with the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and Judge Waties Waring.
U.S. Race Relations, with Malcolm X
The Open Mind
Malcolm X participates in a 1963 panel on race relations with James Farmer, Alan Morrison and Wyatt Tee Walker.
Slave Ship Mutiny
Secrets of the Dead
The slave ship Meermin set sail from Madagascar for South Africa in 1766, but the ship would never make it to Cape Town.
MLK: A Call to Conscience
Tavis Smiley Reports
Tavis examines the forgotten agenda of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
