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Monumental Devotion: The McKinley National Memorial
Discover personal stories related to the McKinley National Memorial in Canton, Ohio.
Monumental Devotion: The McKinley National Memorial

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Training for Freedom Panel Discussion
This panel discussion addresses race-related voter issues that persist to this day.
Training for Freedom Panel Discussion

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A Polka Christmas with The Chardon Polka Band
Enjoy a Chardon Polka Band holiday extravaganza, featuring a variety of special guests.
A Polka Christmas with The Chardon Polka Band

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Stark County Courthouse: 200 Years of History
Celebrate the rich history of the beautiful Stark County Courthouse in downtown Canton.
Stark County Courthouse: 200 Years of History

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A project by artist Nick Cave celebrated inclusion for Akron’s Summit Lake neighborhood.
Nick Cave, Summit Lake: Heard

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Lines Broken: The Story of Marion Motley
Gifted football star Marion Motley was also one of pro football’s first black players.
Lines Broken: The Story of Marion Motley

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Black College Football Hall of Fame: Journey to Canton
A new hall of fame celebrates the rich legacy of football at historically black colleges.
Black College Football Hall of Fame: Journey to Canton

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Under Fire, Under Siege: Strikebreakers in Kent, Ohio
This local production tells of a violent incident that happened during a 1936 strike.
Under Fire, Under Siege: Strikebreakers in Kent, Ohio

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The Chardon Polka Band celebrates summer with a fun virtual road trip.
Polka Across America

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This local production sheds light on the history of marginalized Summit County residents.
The Forgotten Dead

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In the 1960s, young African Americans answered the need for affordable housing in Akron.
An Answer from Akron

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Lost Voices of the Great War: Summit County in WWI
Story of Summit County, Ohio residents’ experiences at home and overseas during WWI.
Lost Voices of the Great War: Summit County in WWI

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Finding Lost Voices: The Archivist’s Role
A University of Akron archivist talks about researching a local World War I production.
Finding Lost Voices: The Archivist’s Role

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The Women Who Helped Win a War
Rosie the Riveters in Akron, Ohio, reminisce about Corsairs, rivet guns, pants and more.
The Women Who Helped Win a War

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A MORE PERFECT UNION discusses bipartisanship using Ralph Regula’s career as an example.
A More Perfect Union

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Ralph Regula: The Gentleman from Ohio
Learn about former Congressman Ralph Regula, who served Ohio’s 16th district for 36 years.
Ralph Regula: The Gentleman from Ohio

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The Battle for the Right to Vote
Explore from a local perspective women’s battle for the right to vote.
The Battle for the Right to Vote

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The Angie Haze Project Presents: The Bigger Picture
Angie Haze brings her musical talents to the Miller South School for the Performing Arts.
The Angie Haze Project Presents: The Bigger Picture

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46 Days: The Confessions of Ned Kellogg
This local production examines the murders of two Kent, Ohio, women over 70 years ago.
46 Days: The Confessions of Ned Kellogg

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A Closer Look: Mitochondrial Disease
Families and Akron Children's Hospital staff help to educate about mitochondrial disease.
A Closer Look: Mitochondrial Disease

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Portraits of Life, Love & Legacy
Families of severely ill children share their experiences with palliative care services.
Portraits of Life, Love & Legacy

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A Closer Look: Palliative Care
Presents information about specialized care for those who have serious illnesses.
A Closer Look: Palliative Care

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Joseph O'Sickey: The Art of Life
Western Reserve PBS showcases the life of acclaimed Northeast Ohio artist Joseph O'Sickey.
Joseph O'Sickey: The Art of Life

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Paul Stankard Glass at the Akron Art Museum
Western Reserve PBS explores the work of glass artist Paul Stankard.