African American History Exhibit At Harpers Ferry ‘Closed For Renovation’
An executive order from President Donald Trump called for the removal of national park exhibits with "negative depictions."
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'The American Revolution,' Special Screening Event At Shepherd University, Sept. 4
West Virginia Public Broadcasting (WVPB) will host an exclusive preview screening of The American Revolution, a new PBS documentary series by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, on Thursday, Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. at the Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education on the campus of Shepherd University.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsTell Your Story On 'America's Awesome Kids,' Submissions Due By Sept. 3
West Virginia’s children ages 8-10 have the opportunity to “tell their stories” as part of the America’s Awesome Kids project. This is a partnership between West Virginia Public Broadcasting and WGBH in Boston.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsWVPB Receives Ohio Valley Emmy Award
WVPB has received a 2025 Ohio Valley Emmy Award in the category of Magazine Program - Single Program for the Inside Appalachia-Folkways Special.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsLearn About The Cosmos Above W.Va. In 'Almost Heavens'
Shannon Silverman, an astrophysicist at the Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences in Charleston, West Virginia, guides us through the cosmos above the Mountain State.
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'Caregiving' Screening Event, June 18
From Executive Producer Bradley Cooper, this is the story of paid and unpaid caregivers navigating the challenges and joys of this deeply meaningful work. Intertwining intimate personal stories with the untold history of caregiving, the documentary reveals the state and the stakes of care in America today. Narrated by Uzo Aduba (The Residence, Orange is the New Black), directed by Chris Durrance.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsGrappalachia Now Streaming
Grappalachia is an exciting look at independent wrestling in West Virginia. This short documentary highlights the dedicated fans and incredible wrestlers who give their all in the ring. It captures the raw emotion and unique charm of this vibrant spectacle in small-town America, celebrating the untamed spirit of Appalachian wrestling culture.
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