History Detectives
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History Detectives | Tiffany Window: The Women... (#901)
What can this watercolor reveal about the unexpected world of a great American artist? 14:13
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History Detectives | Paper Bombs: WWII... (#901)
Wes Cowan decodes the message and strategy behind a U.S. World War II propaganda leaflet. 17:06
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History Detectives | Propaganda Leaflet, Tiffany... (#901)
Full Program: Decoding a propaganda leaflet, the women behind Tiffany and a father's forgotten tribute. 55:10
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History Detectives | How to Research Your... (#901)
Tukufu Zuberi shares tips on investigating your family history. 14:13
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History Detectives | Moon Museum Update:... (#901)
An update on our Moon Museum story asking viewers to help us solve the mystery of John F. 01:30
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Information For Teachers
- Grade Levels
- 9-12
- Curricular Areas
- Social Studies
- Series Length
- 128 episodes
- Average Episode Length
- 56 minutes
- Record Rights
- Record and retain for 1 year from each broadcast. No duplication allowed.
- Visit the Website for Teacher Resources
- http://www.pbs.org/opb/history...
Visit the IPTV Education website to access timely, relevant resources for your classroom.
News & Announcements
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Iowan Tim Schmitt on national "History Detectives" August 16
Iowa resident featured on August 16 "History Detectives" episode. Tim... more » -
History Detectives from Iowa June 28!
On Monday, June 28 the PBS series History Detectives will feature a segment from Iowa. Host Wes... more »
Series Description: HISTORY DETECTIVES returns to explore the stories behind historic sites, artifacts and tall tales told in cities across the country, with the help of an inquisitive team of fact-finders with an uncanny talent for uncovering the truth.
All Upcoming Episodes
There are no broadcasts currently planned. Please check back for future broadcast dates.
Past Episodes
These episodes of History Detectives aired in the last few months on Iowa Public Television.