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Hispanic Heritage Month
Detroit Public Television is pleased to salute Hispanic Heritage Month with several special programs. Tune in September 15-October 15, 2008.
Frida KahloThe Life and Times of Frida Kahlo explores the 20th-century icon who became an international sensation in the worlds of modern art and radical politics.
Valentía: Mexican-Americans in World War II
A number of key experts and historians appear in this film, including Dr. Maggie Rivas-Rodriguez. She and her staff at the University of Texas at Austin have interviewed hundreds of World War II veterans, creating an oral and visual history to ensure their contributions will not be forgotten.
Dancing in the StreetFiesta Mexicana
From the very heart of Mexico, both geographically and emotionally, comes an exciting performance special celebrating the vast diversity of Mexico's music, dance, and people.
Native American Heritage Month
Detroit Public Television is pleased to salute Native American Heritage Month with several special programs. Tune in November 1-30.
Blackfeet rider A Blackfeet Encounter uncovers the rich history and culture of the Blackfeet people of Montana, traces the consequences of the Lewis & Clark expedition's arrival, and investigates the struggles and triumphs of the Blackfeet today.
garment factory workers on strikeThe Jewish Americans
While the story of Jewish life in America is emblematic of the American immigrant story, it is also a unique story of ongoing discrimination and stereotyping.
Travis Tom, Cody Cayou and Nick Clark on the rocky shores of March Point "March Point" follows the journey of three teens from the Swinomish Tribe who have been asked to make a film about the threat their people face from two local oil refineries.
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