MPT's 20th annual Chesapeake Bay Week explores our region's greatest natural resource, with more than twenty-two hours of compelling programs. April 21-27.
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Experts gather to discuss the health of the Chesapeake Bay. Tuesday at 8pm.
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Rising sea levels and salt water intrusion is changing the landscape in the Mid-Atlantic. Wednesday at 8:30pm.
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Dulé Hill connects with artists using their craft to rewrite their narrative. Tuesday at 9pm.
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An Alaska Native family faces backlash from environmentalists due to whale hunting. Tuesday at 10pm.
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A Caroline County man sets out to travel the roads near home on bike collecting litter. Wednesday at 8:50pm.
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In case you missed it, #HBCUWeekMD programs are now available to stream! Visit our HBCU Week page.
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Experts gather to discuss the health of the Chesapeake Bay. Tuesday at 8pm.
WATCH PREVIEWRising sea levels and salt water intrusion is changing the landscape in the Mid-Atlantic. Wednesday at 8:30pm.
WATCH PREVIEWDulé Hill connects with artists using their craft to rewrite their narrative. Tuesday at 9pm.
WATCH PREVIEWAn Alaska Native family faces backlash from environmentalists due to whale hunting. Tuesday at 10pm.
WATCH PREVIEWA Caroline County man sets out to travel the roads near home on bike collecting litter. Wednesday at 8:50pm.
WATCH PREVIEWIn case you missed it, #HBCUWeekMD programs are now available to stream! Visit our HBCU Week page.
MORE INFORMATIONCHESAPEAKE BAY WEEK - APRIL 21-27
APRIL 21-27
Chesapeake Bay Week
Programming that spotlights the history, heritage and splendor of the Chesapeake Bay.
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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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Chesapeake Bay Week Playlist
Explore the Chesapeake Bay’s unique history and heritage through these carefully curated programs to celebrate twenty years of Chesapeake Bay Week!
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2024 Chesapeake Bay Summit
The Chesapeake Bay Summit provides a deep dive into the ongoing serious issues facing the health of the Chesapeake Bay, North America’s largest and most-studied estuary.
NEWS & INFO
2024 Baltimore Mayoral Debate
Four leading Democratic candidates for Baltimore Mayor debate at Morgan State University.
Six times bridges fell — and who paid to replace them (The Baltimore Banner)
Six previous bridge disasters provide clues about how the process for the Key Bridge could play out.
Be Inspired: Anchor Bay Marina Supports First Responders | Key Bridge Collapse
MPT's Charles Robinson reports on the uplifting story of a Dundalk restaurant and marina supporting the community and first responders following the Key Bridge collapse.
Why did the Key Bridge fail? (Direct Connection)
Answers to your questions about bridging the Baltimore Harbor, why did the Key Bridge fail and what kind of bridge would be the safest replacement?
FEATURED PROGRAMMING
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Call the Midwife
The pupil midwives prepare for their final exams; two young brothers are found abandoned.
May 1-2, 2024
Public Media Giving Days
Celebrate Public Media Giving Days with a donation to MPT and help us to continue providing valuable services to the community. Donate now and double your impact!
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Mr. Bates vs The Post Office
Alan allies with the Post Office in the hope his friends can get justice at last.
A Brief History of the Future
Once Upon a Time
How do the stories we tell shape the boundaries of our beliefs about what is possible?
Great Performances
Now Hear This “Rising Stars”
Visit Julliard Pre-College with Scott Yoo to play with some of tomorrow’s virtuosos.
Celebrating Earth Month
Watch a collection of shows and documentaries about the beauty and wonder of the world, our changing climate, 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.
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Outdoors Maryland
Thought-provoking stories depicting the region's diverse collection of 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?
Programs and Initiatives
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
MPT presents a variety of programming that strives to represent more of our region’s diverse 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.