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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'Into the Breeches' is a laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater
A heartwarming story about women actors trying to keep their Boston theater alive during World War II. -
Basic Black: How can murals reflect communities of color?
Many muralists are involving residents in the process to develop greater unity and pride for their community. -
Amid a turkey shortage and rising food costs, we asked local chefs for Thanksgiving alternatives
The kitchen is your laboratory, and even more so on Thanksgiving.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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Don Maddox: The Most Colorful Hillbilly Band in the World
Don Maddox, Jean Shepard, and Marty Stuart swap stories about the Maddox Brothers and Rose| 7:24 -
Betty Johnson: The Johnson Family Singers 1930s
Betty Johnson discusses growing up in a family band of six.| 3:43 -
Episode 3, Season 1<br> “The Hillbilly Shakespeare” (1945 – 1953)
Meet the country stars of post-war America, including the Hillbilly Shakespeare.| 1:53:14 -
Episode 2, Season 1<br> “Hard Times” (1933 – 1945)
Nashville transforms into Music City as America falls for singing cowboys and Texas Swing.| 1:52:48
