Washington has anxieties about an illness as Abe fights to survive his capture. Thursday at 8pm.
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A Mormon’s strange death hides dark secrets within a secretive community. Thursday at 10pm.
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Join us at Maryland Public Television for a fun-filled day celebrating the new PBS KIDS series America's Awesome Kids! Saturday, Aug 1, 9am-3pm at MPT. This event is free and open to the public.
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A profile of the acclaimed actor, director and producer celebrated for his legendary roles. Thursday at 9pm.
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Real-estate developer shows up at her property and finds the seller murdered in his backyard. Friday at 8pm.
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Discover what it took to beat the Soviet Union to the moon in the space race. Friday at 9:30pm.
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Three Ohio artists explore their American creative journey as the United States turns 250. Saturday at 9:30pm.
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Your Health: New FDA-approved sunscreen ingredient in 20 years: bemotrizinol or BEMT
What you need to know about the Food and Drug Administration's recent approval of the first new general sunscreen ingredient in 20 years: bemotrizinol (BEMT).
New FDA-approved sunscreen ingredient, new name and mission for B&O Railroad Museum - Direct Connection (Monday, July 27, 2026)
What you need to know about the new FDA approved sunscreen ingredient bemotrizinol or BEMT. Plus, a new name & new mission for the B & O Railroad Museum.
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Your Health: Youth Soccer & Concussions
With all the attention on the World Cup, what should parents know about concussions in youth league soccer? MPT's Jeff Salkin talks to Dr. Gary Schwartzbauer of University of Maryland School of Medicine.
August 1, 9am-3pm at MPT
America's Awesome Kids
Join us at Maryland Public Television for a fun-filled day celebrating the new PBS KIDS series America's Awesome Kids! Saturday, Aug 1, 9am-3pm at MPT. This event is free and open to the public.
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Episode 1307 | Tiffany jewelry; cast iron toys; Baltimore Glassman; B-17 gunner; German tapestry
Tiffany jewelry; cast iron toys; Baltimore Glassman; B-17 gunner; German tapestry.
Grantchester: Episode 7
Alphy searches for redemption and renewed faith while Geordie investigates the murder of local crook.
Once Upon A Time in Space: Politics Always Wins
The arrival of the International Space Station promises a new era of cooperation in space.
Beyond Belief: Three Stories of Faith in Action
This half-hour film weaves together three stories that highlight how Kansas City is bringing people together.
Root Branch Marketplace
Women-owned businesses from Maryland are profiled in this episode of Root Branch Marketplace.
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MMA Training in Maryland | MPT Sports Desk
Dive into the thrilling world of Maryland's MMA community! Mixed martial arts (MMA) is experiencing a massive boom in Maryland.
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[Emmy Nominated] - Becoming Thurgood: America’s Social Architect
Explore the life and legacy of the nation’s first African American Supreme Court justice.
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Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom
Meet the woman who repeatedly risked her life and freedom to liberate others from slavery.
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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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