CELEBRATING AMERICA THROUGH HISTORY & CRAFT
ANTIQUES ROADSHOW: 250 YEARS OF AMERICANA
Monday 7:00pm
An all-new ANTIQUES ROADSHOW special honors the country’s semiquincentennial!
250 Years of Americana spotlights 30 years of ROADSHOW discoveries encompassing some of the best American art, artifacts, crafts, and collectibles spanning the country’s entire history. Items include a flag quilt, ca. 1880, in Williamsburg, Virginia; a Tiffany Studios turtle back glass shade, ca. 1915, in Palm Springs, California; a 1941 Negro Leagues Sportsman’s Park panorama in St. Louis, Missouri; a Claymore beaded bag, ca. 1895, in Rapid City, South Dakota; and an 1884 Edison light bulb. One reaches $300K.
CELEBRATING AMERICA 250: MADE WITH LOVE
Monday 8:30pm
America’s founding spirit comes to life through the hands of today’s artisans.
From the impact of boatbuilders during the Revolutionary War to the printing press that helped spread ideas of independence, experience the history of craftsmanship that helped unify and lay the foundation for this nation. From a blacksmith restoring ironwork in New Orleans, to trombone makers carrying on the legacy of jazz in Kansas City, to a moccasin maker preserving Indigenous traditions in Montana, and a glassblower reinventing the ancient art, these creators illustrate the many cultures that built this country.
Celebrating America 250: Made with Love is an inspirational tribute to creativity, resilience, and tradition, honoring the artisans whose work continues to define who we are as a nation.
GALVEZ &THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION: THE NATCHITOCHES CONNECTION
JOIN US FOR A FREE SCREENING & DISCUSSION
Galvez & The American Revolution: The Natchitoches Connection
Saturday, June 6
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Kyser Hall 209 | Northwestern State University
In honor of America 250, learn more about the history of Natchitoches and Louisiana Creoles during the American Revolution and discover how you can trace your own ancestry.
Plus – a short excerpt from the PBS documentary THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION.
Taking part in the discussion:
Peggy Aycock | Cane River Chapter – DAR
Donna Baker | Cammie G. Henry Research Center – NSU
Felicia Gates | Interpretive Ranger – Fort St. John Baptiste State Park
Kent Peacock | Director, Creole Heritage Center
After the presentation, visit NSU's Williamson Museum and Creole Heritage Center.
The Center also will have a scanning station set up where attendees can get free high-quality scans of documents or photographs made and help the
Center expand its genealogical collection of its Resource Library.
“We hope attendees will be inspired by the stories of those who lived in Louisiana during this pivotal moment of U.S. history, as well as
walk away with tools they can use to conduct research and record their own family histories whether or not they are Creole or connected to the American Revolution,”
Dr. Kent Peacock, Director of the Creole Heritage Center shared.
165 Sam Sibley Dr. | Natchitoches, LA 71497 Parking is free and located on Sam Sibley Dr. alongside the building or across the street.
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE & OPRY IN ABITA SPRINGS
LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE'RE IN
Friday 7:00pm
Lawmakers are battling over redistricting and grappling with a projected budget shortfall in the next fiscal year. We'll have a legislative wrap-up for you.
Plus, the town of Abita Springs is honoring the region's musical heritage at the Abita Springs Opry with a concert series they hope will bring locals and visitors looking to experience authentic Louisiana music and food.
THE SUSAN RYELAND MYSTERIES
Thursday 7:00pm
Celebrate the Susan Ryeland Mysteries — Magpie Murders, Moonflower Murders, and the upcoming Marble Hall Murders — based on the bestselling novels by Anthony Horowitz. Go behind the scenes and hear from the cast and crew about these three MASTERPIECE Mystery! series, each of which offers a wonderfully imaginative set of characters, plotlines, locations, and of course, mysteries.
In the upcoming Marble Hall Murders, Susan is reluctantly drawn into another Atticus Pünd mystery, this time by a new young writer. The identity of the real killer is hidden in the book and once again Susan finds herself in grave danger. Marble Hall Murders premieres Sunday, Sept. 6.
SOLVING THE PUZZLES OF THE MARLOW MURDER CLUB
Thursday 10:30pm
Fans of the books and the series have another opportunity to see this behind-the-scenes special. Celebrate the intrepid crime fighters of The Marlow Murder Club — retired archaeologist Judith Potts, dog walker Suzie Harris, and vicar’s wife Becks Starling — who bring their unconventional methods of crime solving to a series of murders. As per cozy mystery protocol, The Marlow Murder Club delights viewers with humor, idiosyncratic secondary characters, and a close-knit community where everyone knows everyone. Based on the novels by Robert Thorogood.
FROM BILLY TO BARBRA: MUSIC TO SUIT YOUR MOOD
WHAT TO WATCH & WHEN
This Week on LPB
Digging deeper into the archives, Women of World War II: More Untold Stories uncovers even more never-before-seen stories of the greatest secret weapon of World War II - women. They broke codes and split atoms, gathered the news and crossed the frontlines, and even rescued children from the Nazis, creating an enduring legacy that serves as a guiding light for everyone.
WOMEN OF WORLD WAR II: MORE UNTOLD STORIES | TUESDAY 7:00 PM
MONDAY
7pm - ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Roadshow goes red, white, and blue celebrating 250 years of American art, artifacts, crafts, and collectibles.
8:30pm - CELEBRATING AMERICA 250: MADE WITH LOVE NEW Commemorating America 250 by visiting artisans across America, including a blacksmith helping to restore ironwork in New Orleans.
10pm - MEMORY MAKEOVER WITH DANIEL AMEN, MD
TUESDAY
7pm - WOMEN OF WORLD WAR II: MORE UNTOLD STORIES NEW The untold stories of the history and experiences of the women who lived through the turbulent wartime era.
8:30pm - LUCY WORSLEY INVESTIGATES: THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION A look at the tensions and turning points that led to America's declaration of independence - from the British perspective.
11pm - REEL SOUTH NEW Two documentary shorts - Discount Funeral and No Se Ve Desde Acá that explore small town life and the pursuit of the American dream.
WEDNESDAY
7pm - BILLY JOEL: THE 100TH NEW The "Piano Man" celebrates his record-breaking 100th consecutive residency performance at Madison Square Garden.
9pm - 60s and 70s SOUL CELEBRATION Legends like The Temptations, James Brown, Patti LaBelle, The Chi-Lites, The Spinners, and Sam Moore in this compilation special.
THURSDAY
7pm - THE SUSAN RYELAND MYSTERIES NEW A behind-the-scenes look at bringing the bestselling novels by Anthony Horowitz to life.
8:30pm - GREAT PERFORMANCES Josh Groban: An Evening at Union Chapel Josh performs all-time favorites and a few new songs in this 2025 concert.
10:30pm - SOLVING THE PUZZLES OF THE MARLOW MURDER CLUB A look back at the first seasons of this cozy mystery and a sneak peek at the upcoming season.
FRIDAY
7pm - LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE'RE IN LPB SPECIAL FOCUS In-depth new coverage on important issues in the state along with Louisiana art, culture, and events.
7:30pm -WASHINGTON WEEK Roundtable discussion about the week's major news.
8pm - BARBRA STREISAND: TIMELESS A concert from the icon taped back in 1999. Staged as an original Broadway-style musical, Barbra looks back at her past.
10pm - ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Roadshow goes red, white, and blue celebrating 250 years of American art, artifacts, crafts, and collectibles.
SATURDAY
7pm - LUTHER VANDROSS: LIVE AT WEMBLEY A concert from 1988 during his record-breaking 10 standing-room-only shows at London's Wembley Arena.
8:30pm - THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND A journey through the evolution of modern American folk music.
10pm - THE ROLLING STONES: GRRR LIVE! Celebrating the band's 50th anniversary with Bruce Springsteen, Lady Gaga, John Mayer, the Black Keys, and more.
SUNDAY
Visit www.lpb.org/schedule to explore the programs airing this Sunday night!
STREAM THE SERIES ANYTIME
Take a summer road trip through Louisiana with LA64!
Season 1 of the new LPB travel series is complete with all episodes now available for streaming at www.lpb.org/la64 or on the LPB YouTube channel.
Visit, Vermilion, Sabine, Jefferson, St. Landry, St. Martin, Lafourche, Rapides, Franklin, Caddo, St. Mary, Beauregard, and DeSoto Parishes and let the episodes inspire your weekend travel plans.
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