Feb 1 – Feb 28
Arizona PBS celebrates Black History Month
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.
a new series from Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History
“Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History” is a four-part series tracing the rich, complex relationship between Black and Jewish Americans, defined by solidarity and strained by division. Drawn together by racism and antisemitism, they forged civic and cultural bonds, especially during the civil rights era. The series explores both the challenges and enduring promise of that alliance.
American Experience
‘American Experience’ presents ‘Forgotten Hero: Walter White and the NAACP’
Discover the untold story of Walter White, NAACP leader from 1929 to 1955, who fought for civil rights while navigating his unique identity. Celebrate Black History Month with Arizona PBS through powerful documentaries, music specials, and local stories.
Culture and community
Black in Arizona
Explore the stories, struggles and successes of Arizona’s Black community on the Emmy®-award winning series “Black in Arizona.” Learn about the experiences and the impact they are making in communities across Arizona.
culture
Being Black in Arizona
AIREDApril 12, 2023
Hear the different stories of Black Arizonans who became successful entrepreneurs, doctors, artists and community leaders.
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Shows and specials
Culture
St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood
Through compelling first-person interviews, “St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood” chronicles the lives of families who built a vibrant, self-contained community in Flint, Michigan. However, in 1960, the city’s master plan called for its destruction to make way for Interstate 475. Over 7,000 residents were displaced. Despite this injustice, former residents have worked to preserve their story, culminating in efforts to establish a memorial park in their honor.
Arts and culture
American Masters
Roberta Flack
American Masters: Roberta Flack follows the music icon from a piano lounge through her rise to stardom. From “First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” to “Killing Me Softly,” Flack’s virtuosity was inseparable from her commitment to civil rights. Detailing her story in her own words, the film features exclusive access to Flack’s archives and interviews with Rev. Jesse Jackson, Peabo Bryson and more.
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Ideas and activities for kids
Grades: 9 – 12
Music as a Tool for Empowerment | Fight the Power: How Hip Hop Changed the World
Hip hop music is a staple of music lovers around the world. With its strong, rhythmic beat and lyrical rap vocal tracks, the genre that originated in New York City after the Civil Rights Movement has grown into one of the most popular styles of music in the world.
early childhood education
The bravery of Ruby Bridges: 4 ways to celebrate a six-year-old hero this Black History Month
Ruby Bridges integrated an all-white school at the young age of six, showing students then and now that no matter the age, a difference can be made. Despite her fear and all of the negative attention, Ruby continued to show up to school for an education. Educators can introduce and teach Ruby’s remarkable story to their class in these four ways.
Ten Black Scientists that Science Teachers Should Know About
Helping students see the possibilities of STEM careers means providing them with diverse role models. Black History Month provides parents and teachers with an opportunity to feature the stories of Black scientists, engineers and mathematicians.
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STEM
Celebrating Black Scientists
In honor of Black History Month, we celebrate black scientists in this short video which showcases their impact on the scientific community.
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