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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Meet Riley the MFA dog, who sniffs out pests to keep art safe
The young Weimaraner has already saved precious artwork, all under a newly developed training regimen. After all, a dog had never taught to protect art before. -
‘Evicted’ exhibit highlights lives upended by housing crisis
Somerville residents say traveling exhibit mirrors their struggles to stay housed. -
How independent bookstores help in the fight against book banning and why it matters
Booksellers have a crucial role to play in providing access to books in states where public libraries are under threat of censorship.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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The Bryants and “Rocky Top”
Brenda Lee reminisces about the songwriters Felice and Boudleaux Bryant.| 1:43 -
Ralph Stanley: The First Song Mother Taught Me
The late Ralph Stanley plays a banjo tune and describes his playing technique.| 3:13 -
Hank Williams: The Songwriter and Performer
Featured artists discuss the genius and singularity of Hank Williams, Sr.| 8:34 -
The Carter Scratch, Travis Picking, Doc Watson
Randy Scruggs exhibits the playing styles of Maybelle Carter, Merle Travis and Doc Watson.| 3:17
