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THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF THE "PATRON SAINT OF WRITERS"
EUDORA
Regional Focus
Monday 7:00pm
The life and work of renowned short story writer Eudora Welty is explored through intimate and charming interviews, both with Eudora herself and with family and friends. Seen through the backdrop of Jackson, Mississippi, Eudora is a revealing portrait of adventure, daring, humor, and love as we get to know a writer we only thought we knew.
Once called the “Patron Saint of Writers,” the film attempts to present the real Eudora Welty drawing heavily from the literary and photographic collection in the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, the film archives of Mississippi Public Broadcasting, and the Eudora Welty LLC materials.
“We’ve experienced a side of her not many people did. We’ve gotten to know that she was once this young person enjoying life and soaking it in, and that she happened to take beautiful photographs and write wonderful stories that still resonate,” said producer Anthony Thaxton.
UNDERSTANDING THE MAN AND HIS ART
WALTER ANDERSON: THE EXTRAORDINARY LIFE AND ART OF THE ISLANDER
Regional Focus
Monday 8:30pm
This film explores the fascinating life and unique art of Mississippi Gulf Coast watercolorist Walter Inglis Anderson (1903-1965). This intimate and revealing new film is an invitation to understand more about the tumultuous and often misunderstood life of a man who faced rejection, fame, struggles with mental health, and estrangement from family. Learn more about the Louisiana-born artist who held fast to a singular vision to create art on his own terms, no matter what.
LOUISIANA'S "PEOPLE OF MANY WATERS"
NATIVE WATERS: A CHITIMACHA RECOLLECTION
LPB Special Focus
Wednesday 7:00pm
Winner of a 2012 Telly Award, this LPB documentary is the story of these Native Americans who are among the first people of Louisiana and heirs of an unbroken 8,000 year past in their native coastal region of the Atchafalaya Basin of Louisiana. Living off the bounty of one of the richest inland estuaries on the continent, this indigenous nation persists and rejuvenates its culture while losing its ancestral territory to forces other than conquest.
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BURDEN MUSEUM & GARDENS: A FAMILY'S GIFT
LPB Special Focus
Wednesday 8:00pm
In the center of the busiest corridor of one of Louisiana’s largest cities lie hundreds of acres of fields, forests and remnants of a lifestyle from an earlier century. Go along on a journey that begins in the 1800’s where we meet the family whose heirs would eventually make an extraordinary gift for future generations.
EXPLORING LOUISIANA HISTORY FROM SHREVEPORT TO NEW ORLEANS
WHY LOUISIANA AIN'T MISSISSIPPI... OR ANY PLACE ELSE!
LPB Special Focus
Friday 9:30pm
In part two of this LPB docuseries exploring all the ways Louisiana is special, Napoleon makes the sale of the century. More people come to Louisiana from all parts of the world producing an amazing culture full of talented artists, soulful musicians, bombastic politicians, and some of the biggest names in sports. Explore our history through the stories of Shreveport's Municipal Auditorium, the rich New Orleans music scene with Irma Thomas, Winnfield's Louisiana Political Museum, and more, for some of the most memorable moments in Louisiana's inimitable history.
NEW 3-PART SERIES: DRIVING INTO DEBT
LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE'RE IN
LPB Special Focus
Friday 7:00pm
Stream episodes at www.lpb.org/lswi
Louisiana has some of the highest car insurance rates in the nation. The issue affects everyone from the average consumer to corporations that insure entire fleets. This Friday we begin a three-part series, Driving Into Debt. Karen LeBlanc digs into the issue exploring why Louisiana’s rates are so high to possible solutions that will be discussed in the upcoming legislative session.
MUSIC SPOTLIGHT: GUITAR LEGENDS
BENISE: 25 YEARS OF PASSION
Friday 8:00pm
In this new concert special — his eighth for PBS — the Prince of Spanish Guitar presents a collection of fan favorites that showcase his Emmy Award-winning stage productions over the last 25 years.
Classical guitar meets Classic Rock, as Benise adds a unique twist to The Eagles’ “Hotel California, ” AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck,” and Led Zeppelin’s “Kashmir.” He also brings his signature touch to classics like Beethoven’s “Moonlight Sonata” and Joaquin Rodrigo’s “Aranjuez. ” Featuring a diverse global cast of musicians and dancers, 25 Years of Passion! is a musical journey of Spanish Flamenco, Cuban Salsa, Brazilian Samba, African drumming, and more..
JOE BONAMASSA & ORCHESTRA: LIVE AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL
Saturday 9:00pm
Join guitar legend Joe Bonamassa for his highly-anticipated live debut at the iconic venue in 2023. Accompanied by a stellar 40-piece orchestra, performances include One Door Overture,” “Curtain Call,” “Ball Peen Hammer,” “No Good Place For The Lonely,” “Last Matador,” “Prisoner,” “24-Hour Blues,” “Self-Inflicted Wounds,” and more.
NEW ZIGGY EPISODE NOW STREAMING
ZIGGY'S ARTS ADVENTURE: LINE
LPB SPECIAL FOCUS
Now Streaming at ziggy.lpb.org
Ziggy has chores to finish before he can continue playing, so he needs to get his work done fast! Maybe a map charting the quickest route around the junkyard would help? Visual artist Cedric Umoja gives Ziggy a quick lesson on lines so he can get his work done and get back to having fun! Watch this art-filled adventure to find out! - now streaming at ziggy.lpb.org.
WHAT TO WATCH AND WHEN: THIS WEEK ON LPB
American women were the secret weapon that won World War II and changed the
world in the process. Hear directly from the women who built the planes and flew
them, fought on the warfront and the home front, and who broke codes and broke
barriers.
WOMEN OF WORLD WAR II: THE UNTOLD STORIES | Tuesday 7:00pm
MONDAY
7pm - Eudora REGIONAL FOCUS The life and legacy of the "Patron Saint of Writers."
8:30pm - Walter Anderson: The Extraordinary Life and Art of the Islander REGIONAL FOCUS Exploring the life of this famed regional artist to better understand his extraordinary watercolors.
TUESDAY
7pm - Women of World War II: The Untold Stories ALL NEW In celebration of women's history month, a look at all the ways in which women helped win World War II.
8pm - The Statue of Liberty Ken Burns traces the development of the Statue of Liberty, from its conception to its complicated and often controversial construction and final dedication.
10pm - Hidden Louisiana LOUISIANA SPECIAL FOCUS Exploring Louisiana through the eyes of a well known travel guide.
WEDNESDAY
7pm - Native Waters: A Chitimacha Recollection LPB SPECIAL FOCUS Journey into the past of the Atchafalaya Basin to sacred places with native stories and beliefs.
8pm - Burden Museum & Gardens: A Family's Gift LPB SPECIAL FOCUS In the middle of Louisiana's busiest urban corridor, an unexpected oasis and a glimpse into the past.
9pm - The Best of the 60s The decade of peace, love and happiness is celebrated in this compilation.
THURSDAY
7pm - Marie Antoinette: Beyond the Portrait Explore the beautiful French locations and learn about the lavish, custom-made costumes in this dramatic hit series.
8pm - 50 Years with Peter, Paul, and Mary Celebrate the impact of the trio that provided America's soundtrack for generations and combined artistry with activism for five decades.
FRIDAY
7pm - Louisiana: The State We're In LPB SPECIAL FOCUS
7:30pm - Washington Week with The Atlantic Roundtable discussion about the week's major news.
8pm - Benise: 25 Years of Passion ALL NEW "The Prince of the Spanish Guitar" celebrates 25 years of making music with fan favorite highlights from his Emmy-winning stage shows. 9:30pm - Why Louisiana Ain't Mississippi...or Any Place Else! LPB SPECIAL FOCUS This exciting documentary from LPB takes you from one end of Louisiana to the other to show you all of the ways Louisiana is a jewel, not just to those that live here, but to the entire world.
SATURDAY
7pm - GREAT PERFORMANCES Andrea Bocelli 30th - The Celebration Experience the world-renowned Italian tenor's 30th anniversary concert from Tuscany. You'll see a familiar face from Louisiana onstage!
9pm - Joe Bonamassa & Orchestra: Live at the Hollywood Bowl The famed blues guitarist made his highly anticipated live debut at the iconic Hollywood Bowl, accompanied by a stellar ensemble of 40 orchestra members.
10:30pm - Marvin Gaye Greatest Hits A pretty chill and romantic way to spend a Saturday night!
SUNDAY
7pm - Eudora REGIONAL FOCUS The life and legacy of the "Patron Saint of Writers."
8:30pm -Check www.lpb.org/schedule to see what program is airing here!
10pm - Marie Antoinette: Beyond the Portrait Explore the beautiful French locations and learn about the lavish, custom-made costumes in this dramatic hit series.
JOIN US FOR CREATURE ADVENTURES THIS SUMMER
Camp LPB 2025: Creature Adventures
June 23-27, 2025
REGISTER HERE
Creature Adventures is a fun summer camp program 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 featuring the Wild Kratts! Camp is at LPB's Telecommunications Center located at 7733 Perkins Road in Baton Rouge, LA, from 9 AM - 12 NOON Monday-Friday. Cost is $175 per camper plus a non-refundable registration fee of $25.
EDUCATION SPOTLIGHT: HELP CHILDREN EXPLORE CAREERS
WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH
Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum
March is Women's History Month! Celebrate and learn about famous women in history with your favorite PBS KIDS shows including Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. Check out episodes and shorts featuring Harriet Tubman, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Rosa Parks, and Eleanor Roosevelt.
Focusing on building good character and social studies, Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum helps children age 4-7:
- Discover the potential and power within themselves to become heroes;
- Encourage positive character qualities;
- Appreciate and value historical figures and the attributes that make them heroes;
- Learn about societal issues and historical events in fun, compelling and age-appropriate ways.
SUPPORT LPB - DREAMS OF ITALY
DREAM GETAWAY RAFFLE
Details & Tickets Here
Deadline April 9
Imagine yourself strolling through the historic streets of Rome, admiring the art of Florence, and gliding through the canals of Venice—all while indulging in world-class cuisine and wine. The Friends of LPB Dream Getaway Raffle is your chance to make this dream getaway a reality, and support the work of LPB at the same time.
One lucky winner will receive an incredible vacation package for two that includes:
- Stays in Rome, Florence, and Venice
- Private tours of iconic landmarks
- Exclusive food and wine experiences
- $2,000 in Visa gift cards for airfare and other expenses
Tickets are $50 each. Buy two or more and become a member of Friends of LPB.