Commemorate our country's 249th Independence Day with a star-spangled event for our nation, where music, fireworks, and heartfelt tributes light up the special night. Friday at 8pm and at 9:30pm.
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Alphy and Geordie investigate witchcraft at an orphanage. When a body is found everything changes. Sunday at 9pm.
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Turn: Washington's SpiesAbe must find who murdered a Royal Officer before Anna is framed. Ben and Caleb interrogate Simcoe. Thursday at 8pm.
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PatienceA bestselling crime writer is found dead behind locked doors and all is not as it seems. Sunday at 8pm.
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Martha is pressured to exploit her friendship with the president. Sunday at 10pm.
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The Lord of the Rings first edition; Orioles World Series ring; songbook artwork.
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Alphy and Geordie investigate witchcraft at an orphanage. When a body is found everything changes. Sunday at 9pm.
WATCH PREVIEWAbe must find who murdered a Royal Officer before Anna is framed. Ben and Caleb interrogate Simcoe. Thursday at 8pm.
WATCH PREVIEWA bestselling crime writer is found dead behind locked doors and all is not as it seems. Sunday at 8pm.
WATCH PREVIEWMartha is pressured to exploit her friendship with the president. Sunday at 10pm.
WATCH PREVIEWThe Lord of the Rings first edition; Orioles World Series ring; songbook artwork.
WATCH NOWMaryland Public Television invites you to choose programs for MPT and the PBS app. Cast your vote now at ViewersLikeMe.mpt.org and download the PBS app to watch. The program with the most votes will premiere on the PBS app and MPT.
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Keeping Kids Healthy in the Summer
Best ways to keep your kids healthy during the hot summer months.
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Where to watch the most dazzling 4th of July fireworks
While there are more events leading up to and following the holiday, of course, these are the celebrations on July Fourth that include the epic sparklers and their best viewing spots.
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July 1 brings new laws in Maryland
Hundreds of new laws hit the books Tuesday in the state of Maryland, following their approval earlier this year by the Maryland General Assembly.
State Circle
Attorney General Anthony Brown
Attorney General Anthony Brown addressing a new report of the state examiner and on deaths in police custody.
FEATURED PROGRAMMING
Chesapeake Collectibles
Episode 1205
The Lord of the Rings first edition; Orioles World Series ring; songbook artwork.
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Grantchester
Alphy’s romantic dinner is interrupted by an unannounced visit from a familiar face.
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The Risks of AI
Philip Feldman, Ph.D. of UMBS discusses the concerns and risks of artificial intelligence (AI).
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Summer On! Family Activities
Turn up the fun and learning with Summer On! family activity calendars. Each month features fun themes built around MPT’s Media STEPs: Select, Talk, Explore, and Play.
HBCU Week NOW
HBCU Week NOW offers films about the under-told stories of sacrifice, courage, innovation, and hope that chronicle HBCU contributions to science, medicine, history, education, civil rights, the arts, music, sports, and more!
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Become an MPT Passport Member
Extended access to your favorite PBS programs. Look for the "blue compass" symbol, then click to sign on and watch!
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Explore PBS Dramas
Gripping crime dramas, breathtaking period dramas, and captivating international drama shows from MASTERPIECE and more!
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The PBS App
Stream your favorite PBS shows, create the perfect watchlist, connect with your local station, and more — anywhere you watch.
Download the New MotorWeek App
Watch and listen to the latest MotorWeek content all in one place with the MotorWeek app! No need to sign up, just download the app and you’ll never miss a mile of MotorWeek!
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Outdoors Maryland
Thought-provoking stories depicting the region's ecosystems, people, and places.
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Chesapeake Bay Week Programs
Stories of past and present offer a lively, local and insightful look at this mighty yet fragile source of wonder.
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Climate, Nature & Our Planet
Watch documentaries and read articles about how our climate is changing with the perspective of climate scientists.
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Maryland Farm & Harvest
The series that puts a human face on farming while telling the stories of the industry that built this nation.
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Chesapeake Collectibles
Explore the region's history through the intriguing stories of its antiques and treasures. And their values will amaze you!
PROGRAM AND EXTRAS
Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom
Meet the woman who repeatedly risked her life and freedom to liberate others from slavery.
PROGRAM AND EXTRAS
Becoming Frederick Douglass
Discover how a man born into slavery became one of the nation’s most influential leaders.
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Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom and Becoming Frederick Douglass
Two original documentaries and a companion website shed light on the lives of a pair of towering icons in the struggle to end slavery.
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Maryland Underground: Thompson Farm
Can we determine exactly where Harriet Tubman was born?
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Community & Culture
MPT presents a variety of programming that strives to represent more of our region’s people, history, and culture.
MPT KIDS
For Children and Parents
STREAM the PBS Kids channel; learn what's new in children's programs, games, and apps; advice for raising kids; activities ideas; and more!
For the Booming Older Generation
Next Avenue
Our daily content delivers vital ideas, context and perspectives on issues that matter most as we age.
PBS NEWSHOUR
News, Analysis, Top Headlines, Live Coverage
Turn to PBS NewsHour for solid, reliable reporting that has made it one of the most trusted news programs on television.