George Washington's personal library took a winding path before landing in Boston
In 1848, the Boston Athenaeum acquired more than 300 volumes from the famed Virginian's collection of books. They nearly ended up in the British Museum instead.
Concerts to Watch
GBH Music Holiday Spectacular 2024
Celebrate the season with the GBH Music Holiday Spectacular, a family-friendly concert and an opportunity for music lovers to be part of a live television production at GBH’s headquarters in Brighton.
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Culture in the News
‘Love Your Wicked Awesome Neighbor’ brings valentines to people all across Boston
Everyday Boston will distribute over 11,000 valentines across the city this year.
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Has Asian representation in film improved with ‘Everything, Everywhere, All At Once’?
A discussion with our experts in Asian and Asian American representation in pop culture about the impact of "Everything, Everywhere, All At Once" and the future of Asian representation in film. -
Pop Culture Roundtable: Chris Rock slaps back
We discuss Oscars nominees, an upstart movie studio and Chris Rock's new comedy series. -
New England Conservatory Black Student Union honors alum Coretta Scott King in annual tribute concert
The concert will showcase a variety of different art forms from jazz to poetry.
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Episode 4019, Season 40<br> Winter Cabin
Bob Ross places a magical cabin upon a bed of snow with his paint brush. -
Episode 4018, Season 40<br> Arctic Beauty
Bob Ross create a spectacular painting completed on a black canvas. -
Episode 4017, Season 40<br> Purple Splendor
Bob Ross creates a lovely winter scene in rich purples and soft lavenders. -
Episode 4001, Season 40<br> Blue River
Bob Ross shows us how to create crimson-y magic in today’s riverside landscape.