PBS Black Culture Connection

03/06/2026

You don’t have to look far to see disco’s impacts. That’s not just because songs like “Y.M.C.A.” by the Village People are still on modern playlists; it’s because the q***r artists behind the music expressed joy, love and liberation in an era when two people of the same s*x weren’t even allowed to dance together.

Discover some of the most influential disco artists and how their identities influenced the iconic 1970s music genre in "Disco: Soundtrack of a…

02/06/2026

Did you know that June is Black Music Month? Celebrate with Disco: Soundtrack of a Revolution, streaming now.

The surprising and overlooked history of disco: its origins, its fall and its legacy.

02/06/2026

The following documentaries explore national demonstrations like the Stonewall Uprising and contributions from local communities in Wisconsin and Minnesota. They also highlight the contributions of q***r icons like Christine Jorgensen and Alison Bechdel.

While LGBTQ+ history is always highlighted during Pride Month , it is important to remember the community's courageous steps toward equality every day of…

15/05/2026

Do you have a favorite lizard? What about favorite nature presenter? Check out the latest episode of PBS Film Club to dive deep into all things Sir David Attenborough, lizards and so much more. (cc PBS Digital Studios)

Who is the GREATEST nature presenter of all time? Is it David Attenborough? Where does Joe Exotic fall? After watching Life on Earth we wanted to settle this...

02/04/2026

Do you hear that? The 30th annual Webby Awards called and they told us we have 37 nominations this year! We need help from viewers like you to win. Voting is open until April 16th.

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01/04/2026

If you've been wondering what yesterday's ruling means for us here at PBS, this is where we stand currently. ⤵️

Once again, thank you for all your kind messages and support. 💙

28/02/2026

The last day of Black History Month + the day before Women's History Month = the perfect time to share this article! Check it out⬇️

Be inspired by an exceptional group of women in this collection of films and stories. Each of the Black women featured here have made a special mark on…

27/02/2026

Black quilters have been sharing their stories even as many have tried to minimize or omit Black Americans' contributions to U.S. history.

Quilting is a beautiful, meaningful art and these documentaries spotlight the role of Black quilters as history tellers. 

19/02/2026

We're about halfway through Black History Month already! Have you watched this amazing documentary about Harriet Tubman? You can stream it now on the PBS app.

Meet the woman who repeatedly risked her life and freedom to liberate others from slavery.

17/02/2026

Reverend Jesse Jackson's presidential runs in the 80s was much more than a bid for the presidency, he made history and paved the way for future generations. Today we remember him and his impact on US history. 💙