Explore PBS America @ 250

Use your knowledge of Revolutionary-era moments to build a timeline of real historical events.

Learn more about the rising tensions leading up to the American Revolution.

Explore historic battles and discover notable figures, strategies, and moments that shaped American history.

Learn more about the people of the American Revolution.

American Revolution factoids, battles, casualties numbers, and more that might surprise you.

Explore key events that lead up to and took place during the American Revolution.

Follow the journey of 15-year-old Joseph Plumb Martin, who enlisted in 1776.

Follow the journey of John Greenwood, who served as a fifer in the Continental Army at age 15.

Discover new facts and famous quotes from the Revolutionary War as explored in the film The American Revolution on PBS.

Explore local and regional perspectives on the American Revolution and its legacies--from Spanish Louisiana’s role to Idaho’s local historians and residents providing their perspectives on how the ideals of the American Revolution live on today.

Explore curriculum-aligned classroom resources on The American Revolution. The collection will feature dozens of resources, examining how 13 colonies united in rebellion and established a republic.

These digital shorts break down the complexities of American government, turning complicated topics into clear, engaging lessons that empower viewers to actively participate in their democracy.

The Shot Heard ’Round the World collection chronicles the 19 years leading up to the American Revolution. Excerpted from the full-length documentary, these videos introduce students to the people and events in England and the 13 colonies that changed the course of history.

Dive into media-rich resources from George Washington’s Mount Vernon that highlight his role as a leader during the American Revolution. See the progress of the war through the actions and decisions of General George Washington, such as direct confrontation, military strategy, disease prevention, and spy techniques.

This two-part, four-hour documentary explores the revolutionary life of one of the 18th Century’s most consequential and compelling personalities, whose work and words unlocked the mystery of electricity and helped create the United States.

Ken Burns and his collaborators have been creating historical documentary films for more than forty years. These films present the opportunity to pose thought-provoking questions for students, and introduce new ideas, perspectives, and primary sources.

Expand students’ understanding of U.S. History with engaging resources that bring the major people, events, and trends in history alive, while integrating often untold stories into the curriculum.

It's America's 250th birthday! But, hasn't Qyah been around longer than that? So Molly and Tooey join Nina and Olin on a cave exploration to find out how old Qyah really is!

City Island's Watt, Windy and Mr. Rubric journey across the United States as famous landmarks come to life and share their stories.

A series of four special episode compilations from XAVIER RIDDLE AND THE SECRET MUSEUM celebrates “ordinary” American kids throughout history who went on to do extraordinary things.

This shorts series puts the spotlight on 25 amazing kids living across the USA, showcasing their unique experiences, while helping to foster important civics knowledge and skills.

Set in Sequoia National Park, Wowsabout follows Roxy, a singing hedgehog, and Ronald, a tree-loving pig, discovering friendship, fun, and AWE!

Join Xavier, Brad and Yadina, as they travel back in time to meet George Washington and learn what it takes to be a great leader.

Peg and Cat meet Betsy Ross as they help George Washington navigate the Delaware River.

Xavier, Brad and Yadina help George Washington find his brother and learn what leadership is all about!

This shorts series puts the spotlight on 25 amazing kids living across the USA, showcasing their unique experiences, while helping to foster important civics knowledge and skills.

Yadina, Xavier and Brad travel to see Alexander Hamilton after he becomes one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Alexander shows the kids just how exciting new adventures can be!

Xavier, Yadina, and Brad learn that Alexander Hamilton helped start a country and even made shiny new coins for it!