Conversations for Change

Join MPT as we explore a variety of films to watch and then have a conversation about race, empowerment, leadership, growth, and more.

Friday Freeview Screening

On the third Friday of each month, MPT will give viewers a sneak peak of an upcoming show or film. Screenings are FREE and open to the public.

Indie Lens Pop-up Screenings

Indie Lens Pop-Up is a neighborhood series that brings people together for film screenings and community-driven conversations.

Special Screening & Discussion: Finding Fellowship - February 15 @ 7pm

Join us to watch Finding Fellowship and engage in a conversation around the film, faith, social justice, history, community, and more.

Throwback Thursday

Join us for a free virtual screening that features a favorite throwback MPT production. Bring your lunch and enjoy a break with us.

May 24-28, 2021

Multi-day Screening Event

Join the National Coordinating Center for the Regional Genetics Networks (NCC) and PBS stations from across the country for a multi-day film screening of "Ken Burns Presents The GENE: An Intimate History" (THE GENE) to celebrate Public Health Genetics Week 2021!

Friday, May 21, 2021 at 7pm

The Donut King

The story of a refugee escaping Cambodia, arriving in America in 1975, and building an unlikely multimillion-dollar empire baking America’s favorite pastry, the donut.

Thursday, April 29, 2021 @ 7pm 

Spiritual Audacity: The Abraham Joshua Heschel Story

MPT screened “Spiritual Audacity: The Abraham Joshua Heschel Story” and engaged in a live conversation about theology and social justice with the filmmaker and other special guests.

April 22 & 27, 2021

The Black Church: This Is Our Story. This Is Our Song

MPT held a screening of "The Black Church: This Is Our Story. This Is Our Song" along with two engagement activities that aim to share local, untold stories.

Friday, April 9, 2021 at 9:30pm

American Masters: Oliver Sacks In His Own Life

MPT held a live stream of this compelling program that explores the life and work of the legendary neurologist and storyteller, Oliver Sacks.

MONDAY, MARCH 29, 2021 @ 7PM

PBS American Portrait - MD Special

With participation from citizens across the free state, MPT created an American Portrait special showing about what makes our Maryland community unique.

AVAILABLE NOW THROUGH MARCH 15, 2021

Finding Your Roots: Genealogy Workshop On Demand

A panel of experienced Maryland genealogists give tips on how to get started with your family research.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2021 @ 7PM

Redeeming Uncle Tom

In partnership with Montgomery Parks (site of the Josiah Henson Museum & Park), MPT held a special screening and discussion of "Redeeming Uncle Tom: The Josiah Henson Story."

TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2021 @ 7PM

Finding Your Roots: Genealogy Workshop Session 2

In this online workshop, a panel of experienced genealogists give tips on how to get started with your family research.

Sunday, January 10, 2021 @ 1pm

Finding Your Roots: Genealogy Workshop

In this online workshop, a panel of experienced genealogists give tips on how to get started with your family research. Advance registration is required.

Wednesday, December 2, 2020 AT 7pm

Shaw Rising

MPT held a screening of "Shaw Rising" and a conversation around the role, future, and importance of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs).

Friday, NOVEMBER 13, 2020 at 6pm

American Portrait Learning Session

Learn how to participate in American Portrait, the national storytelling initiative created by PBS -- plus learn five technical tips for creating a fantastic video.

Saturday, August 29, 2020 at 10am

MPT Kids Watch & Play

MPT held a screening of the newest PBS Kids show, Elinor Wonders Why and the guests received a fun family activity guide to accompany the lessons in the show.

Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 10am

Hero Elementary Screening

MPT held a premiere screening of Hero Elementary, a new PBS KIDS series, through our virtual screening platform called OVEE.

Thursday, February 27, 2020

MPT Wine Dinner: A Farewell to Rhea Feikin

MPT celebrated the illustrious career of MPT's first lady, Rhea Feikin, at the Water's Edge Event Center with a five-course dinner & bid a fond farewell to Rhea.

JANUARY 25, 2020 AT 11AM & 3PM

Tea Time with MPT

Warm up this winter with a multi-course royal tea hosted by Maryland Public Television and the Kate Pearl Tea Room at Gypsy's.

November 20, 2019 @ 6:30pm

College Behind Bars - Preview & Discussion with Lynn Nov

Join award-winning filmmaker Lynn Novick for a preview and discussion of the upcoming docuseries.

Sunday, November 17, 2019 @ 3pm

A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

Join Maryland Public Television for an advance screening of "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood" starring Tom Hanks.

October 12, 2019 @ 6-10pm

Eatin' the Chesapeake Feast

Enjoy a delicious Chesapeake themed menu, beer, wine, dancing, and more in beautiful Easton.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2019 @ 8AM-2PM

MPT Flea Market and Bazaar

MPT held our second annual "Flea Market & Bazaar" on Saturday, September 21 from 8am-2pm @ the Owings Mills Campus.

SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2019 @ 6PM

Steven Raichlen Master Class

MPT held Steven Raichlen's Master Class where Steven demonstrated some of the latest brisket cooking techniques & sizzling recipes.

Thursday, May 16, 2019 @ 6:30pm

Love Letters by A.R. Gurney

MPT held a special performance of A.R. Gurney's play "Love Letters" joined by MPT's first lady Rhea Feikin and Center Stage's executive director, Michael Ross.

March 23, 2019 at 7pm

Artworks Uncorked & Untapped

MPT held our 3rd annual Artworks Uncorked & Untapped - an evening of fantastic art, food and libations that marries regional artists with local breweries and wineries.