How the Smithsonian found its way to the small town of Ashby, Massachusetts
The Smithsonian Institute's 'Voices and Votes' exhibit brings a national conversation on democracy to the Ashby Free Public Library.
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Culture in the News
Meet three authors who wrote some of the most banned books in America
Jodi Picoult, Maia Kobabe and Sandra Cisneros have each written books that have been challenged and banned throughout the country.
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The sugar-filled history and legacy of Necco, the beloved local candy company
The New England Confectionery Company's local ties set the stage for its national legacy. -
While walking the paths of Henry David Thoreau, one artist finds solace
Ben Shattuck, painter and writer, joined Boston Public Radio to talk about his new memoir. -
Dancing for 'awareness and inclusion' at Harvard's ADA celebration
On the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Kerry Thompson teaches salsa and ASL classes for people with all types of disabilities.
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The Carter Scratch, Travis Picking, Doc Watson
Randy Scruggs exhibits the playing styles of Maybelle Carter, Merle Travis and Doc Watson.| 3:17 -
“Will the Circle Be Unbroken:” Country Music’s Anthem
Featured artists discuss this special song's meaning to Americans.| 3:26 -
Betty Johnson: The Johnson Family Singers 1930s
Betty Johnson discusses growing up in a family band of six.| 3:43 -
John McEuen: Earl Scruggs’ Banjo Style
John McEuen discusses Earl Scruggs' innovations on the banjo.| 5:35
