History Detectives
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History Detectives | 1775 Almanac: Diary of the... (#909)
The notes in the margins of this 1775 Almanac tell a family's story of the Revolution. 16:25
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History Detectives | 1775 Almanac, Exercise... (#909)
Full Program: A family diary of the Revolution, a 20s media fitness guru, and is Warhol art on the moon? 55:10
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History Detectives | Sneak Preview: Fitness,... (#909)
Who was the man behind these 1920s exercise records? Did he pioneer media fitness? 18:03
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History Detectives | Preview: Episode 909 | PBS (#909)
Elyse uncovers the moving family story behind a 1775 Almanac. Tukufu tries to name a 1920s media exercise guru.... 00:31
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History Detectives | Bill of Sale, Cobb... (#1009)
Full Program: Eduardo investigates the story behind a Bill of Sale for a 17-year old “negro girl". 53:41
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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.