If you didn’t catch “The American Revolution,” a six-part, 12-hour documentary series from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, then we have good news! Starting Friday, Jan. 9, at 8 p.m., all six parts of “The American Revolution” will air each Friday through Feb. 13.
Catch the Premiere of “The American Revolution” Sunday, Nov. 16
13 Nov 2025 inWe are beyond excited for the premiere of "The American Revolution," a six-part, 12-hour documentary series from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt! The film looks at America's founding struggle and will present the story of the men and women of the Revolutionary generation, their humanity in victory and defeat and the crisis that they lived through.

Read Your Way Through the Revolution: A Booklist for America’s 250th
04 Nov 2025 inWe’re on the path to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and Arkansas PBS is bringing you so many ways to learn about our shared history with multiple events, programs and resources. One great way is through reading!
Curated by PBS Books, the filmmakers and partner organizations, this booklist is designed to complement “The American Revolution” and to spark meaningful exploration of the series, the historical events surrounding the founding of the United States and the enduring ideas of liberty, freedom, democracy and independence.
FREE EVENT: “The American Revolution” Reception, Screening and Panel Discussion
21 Oct 2025 inJoin Arkansas PBS, in collaboration with the University of Arkansas Humanities Center, for a reception, free screening event and panel discussion celebrating the premiere of Ken Burns’s latest documentary, “The American Revolution,” on Tuesday, Nov. 4, starting at 5 p.m. at the Jim & Joyce Faulkner Performing Arts Center in Fayetteville!
Defining Moments in Arkansas History
09 Oct 2025 inThough Arkansas joined the Union as the 25th state in 1836, the land of Arkansas has an extensive history that existed before the American Revolution and statehood.
Experience the Revolution: Screenings, Hands-on History and Student Projects
24 Sep 2025 inWe’re on the path to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and Arkansas PBS is bringing you so many ways to learn about our shared history with multiple events, programs and resources. Be a part of #ARVoicesAt250 as we kick off a year-long celebration! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook and sign up for our weekly e-newsletter.
ArkansasIDEAS Celebrates America250 Professional Development Challenge
19 Aug 2025 inAs part of Arkansas Celebrates America250, ArkansasIDEAS is excited to host a professional development challenge for educators. As always, ArkansasIDEAS is committed to discovering engaging strategies to connect both licensed and non-licensed teachers with high-quality professional development training. Learn along with us each month starting now, as we celebrate our country’s anniversary with America250-related content that also adds up to credit hours and gives you a chance to receive an amazing educational prize package!
Before the Revolution: Explore America’s Story With Ken Burns on Arkansas PBS
12 Aug 2025 inArkansas PBS is gearing up for the Nov. 16 premiere of Ken Burns’s six-part documentary “The American Revolution,” which examines how America’s founding turned the world upside down. In the meantime, take a journey through his previous films with Arkansas PBS Passport.