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The American Revolution was at once a war for independence, a civil war, and a world war. It impacted millions – from Canada to the Caribbean and beyond. Few escaped its violence. |
Discover how Maryland Public Television is engaging communities around this historic documentary — and explore events happening near you. |
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Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation; and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. |
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| Community Event - April 11 and 12, 2026 Southern Maryland is home to the Battle of St. George's Island, the largest Revolutionary War battle in Maryland. To celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary, MPT is joining the Rebels & Redcoats event to honor the battle that was fought in St. Mary's County. This event is part of Maryland's 250th and America's 250th celebrations! |
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| Semiquincentennial Storytelling - Genealogy Workshop - April 25, 2026 Join us for a special day-long, in-person workshop that bridges the gap between family archives and powerful storytelling. We will dive deep into the federal pensions and bounty land applications to find out more information about our revolutionary-era ancestors and learn the tools to turn those records into a compelling non-fiction story. |
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| A Letter to Future Generations You are invited to write a letter to the future -- sharing your personal thoughts, insights, and reflections on how the American Revolution continues to shape our independence, rights, and responsibilities today.
Click here to read the prompts, then submit letters to events@mpt.org |
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| Digital Storytelling - A Gen Z perspective MPT is partnering with several Maryland high schools to create digital shorts surrounding the themes of liberty, freedom, and democracy. Students will reflect on how these themes intersect with current societal trends, issues, and their lived experiences, connecting back to The American Revolution series. |
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Screenings + Discussions Near You |
Join us for a special screening of the historic documentary, followed by a thought-provoking community discussion. This event offers a chance to reflect on the film’s themes, connect with others, and explore how the legacy of the American Revolution continues to shape our lives today. All are welcome—come be part of the conversation! Screenings are FREE, but advanced registration is required. |
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Taylor House Museum 208 N. Main St., Berlin, MD 21811
Join the Taylor House Museum for back-to-back fun! First catch a free musical performance by the East Coast Outlaws at 6pm, followed by a screening of The American Revolution at 8pm. Bring a chair or blanket. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase. Click below for more information. |
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Woodlawn History Center 506 Contees Wharf Rd, Edgewater, MD 21037
Join the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center for Revolutionary Saturdays (and one Wednesday!) at the Woodlawn History Center for five live screenings of Ken Burns' documentary series, The American Revolution. Before or after the screening, you can also explore the exhibit and learn about Woodlawn's revolutionary connection. Event dates are June 20, July 8 & 11, August 8 & 15. Space is limited. RSVP below.
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Be sure to check back often. More screening dates for 2026 will be added. |
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Maryland State Fairgrounds 2200 York Rd., Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
The Baltimore County Department of Aging’s extravaganza showcases the latest in information, resources, products and services to approximately 8,000 attendees. Plus, learn about the latest PBS documentary The American Revolution, and take part in our writing activity - A Letter to Future Generations. |
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Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD 21701
Join Frederick County’s U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission and Maryland Public Television for a preview screening of The American Revolution. The event is at 7pm. Doors open at 6pm.
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Maryland Center for History & Culture 610 Park. Ave., Baltimore, MD 21201
Preview Screening—The American Revolution and Civic Engagement Night. The screening will begin at 6 pm. Film duration is 56 minutes. A panel discussion with Richard Bell, PhD, and light reception will follow. Plus, be sure to visit the exhibit - The Unfinished Revolution in the gallery.
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The Avalon Theatre 40 East Dover St., Easton, MD 21601
Join the Talbot250 Commission and friends as we officially kick off Talbot County’s 365th anniversary and the nation’s Semiquincentennial year with a special program at the Avalon Theatre featuring The American Revolution. Following the film, Craig Fuller will lead a panel discussion exploring how the spirit of service that shaped America’s founding continues to define Talbot County’s story today. |
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Cult Classic Brewing 1169 Shopping Center Rd., Stevensville, MD 21666
Join Cult Classic Brewing and Queens Anne's County for a special screening of The American Revolution. Plus, enjoy a post-screening discussion with Meghann Mahoney, PhD, author of "A Place to Drink, a Place to Think: The Impact of Taverns on the American Revolution." Colonial cocktails will be available for purchase.
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| Did you attend a screening of The American Revolution? Share your thoughts in our Event Survey! Survey responses help to inform the development of future programming and engagement activities. |
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Watch the official trailer for The American Revolution: |
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Questions? Email events@mpt.org |
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