‘Finding Your Roots’ presents ‘Artistic Roots’

Tuesday, February 24 at 9 p.m.

Henry Louis Gates Jr. traces the roots of filmmaker Spike Lee and Broadway superstar Kristin Chenoweth, uncovering ancestors who made bold decisions to lay the groundwork for their success.

Moving from the Texas frontier to World War One battlefields to plantations in the old South, Gates introduces his guests to the women and men who used their creativity to build a future for their families.

Celebrate Black History Month with programming that recognizes cultural contributions as well as victories and sacrifices. Explore remarkable stories of African Americans across generations, both nationwide and within our community, in featured documentaries, music specials, local interviews and resources for families and educators.