David Attenborough tells the story of the wildlife blockbuster that would change his life forever. Wednesday @ 7:00pm on LPB
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Explore big discoveries that have revolutionized our understanding of the universe. Wednesday @ 8:00pm on LPB
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From Kenya to Mexico, sharing space with wildlife on our grasslands comes with surprising benefits. Wednesday @ 9:00pm on LPB
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At every stop, Caddo Parish emerges as a place shaped by resilience and reinvention, where Louisiana’s frontier spirit still endures. Friday @ 8:30pm on LPB
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Shakespeare’s life and legacy are threatened by a secret he's kept hidden.
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A wrongful conviction in Texas is reopened after 40 years.
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age 5, no matter their family’s income. LPB was entrusted by the Louisiana Legislature to serve as the state partner for the program.
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Featured Programs
LA64
LA64 is a new statewide travel series that explores all 64 parishes through food, culture, history, and everyday life. Each episode highlights the people, places, and traditions that make Louisiana unlike anywhere else.
Louisiana: The State We're In
SWI is Louisiana's only statewide news magazine and one of the longest running television programs in the nation. The show applies in-depth coverage and expert analysis to important issues in the state.
Art Rocks!
Art Rocks! spotlights artists, culture, literature, landscape, performance, and the impact of art in our world.
2026 Louisiana Legends Gala
Presented by Friends of LPB, this annual event celebrates exceptional Louisianans who shaped the cultural, civic, and economic life of the state.
Louisiana Spotlight
Explore complex issues in a deeper way, with documentary-style journalism and intimate studio discussion involving the very people facing the challenges head-on.
Behind the Glory
Veteran journalist Lyn Rollins talks with Louisiana sports greats about the stories behind the headlines.
Louisiana Young Heroes
After a statewide call for nominations, seven students have been recognized as the 2026 Louisiana Young Heroes.
A Young Hero is defined as an exceptional young person who has excelled in academics, given significantly of themselves through public service, overcome personal adversity, exhibited extraordinary heroism, or inspired others to become better students, persons, and citizens.
Digital Lagniappe
LPB 50
LPB began broadcasting on September 6, 1975, with a clear mission: to educate, inform, and connect the citizens of Louisiana. LPB has remained a commercial-free network, dedicated to sharing stories that appeal to both children and adults.
LDMA Spotlight
With the summer vacation season underway, the LDMA takes you on a virtual road trip around the state. From museums and churches to gardens and historic homes, you’ll find places that highlight Louisiana’s unique history and culture.
eNews: May 4 - 10, 2026
Cypress Swamps, Oil History & A Musical Legacy | LA64 Caddo Parish ... Happy Birthday David Attenborough ... From Broadway to Broadcast: All-new Great Performances ... Congressional Map Chaos | Louisiana: The State We're In
LPB Education
Louisiana's Hidden History: Spanish Louisiana in the American Revolution
In support of America’s 250 celebration, LPB Education developed six standards-aligned resources to help grade 3-8 students understand the important role of Spanish Louisiana in winning the American Revolution.
Camp LPB 2026
Ready Jet Go! Space Adventures for children ages 6 through 9! Camp LPB will engage kids in science, technology, engineering, math, and literacy with fun hands-on activities, digital media, and technology.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
The goal of the statewide expansion is to inspire a love of reading by making books available to all children from birth to age 5 in every zip code in Louisiana, regardless of the family’s income.
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The Louisiana Lottery
Since its founding in 1991, the Louisiana Lottery has focused on maximizing revenue for the state while operating with integrity and transparency. A significant portion of its proceeds supports the Minimum Foundation Program, which funds K–12 public education across Louisiana. Recently, the Lottery reached a major milestone, contributing $5 billion to the MFP, reinforcing its long-standing impact on students and schools statewide.
Its partnership with Louisiana Public Broadcasting reflects a shared commitment to education, storytelling, and public service. LPB’s programming enriches communities through trusted journalism, cultural storytelling, and educational content for all ages.
The Lottery’s sponsorship of the 2026 Louisiana Legends Gala is a natural extension of this mission, celebrating organizations that invest in Louisiana’s future.