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Latino Patriots in the American Revolution

Discover the contributions of Latinos in the fight for American independence from Britain, Latinos were instrumental in winning the American Revolution. John Leguizamo and historians share stories of Bernardo de Gálvez and other Latino patriots whose contributions were vital in winning the fight for American independence.

“If our contributions were written back into history textbooks, can you imagine how America would see us?’ says Leguizamo. “More importantly, can you imagine how we would see ourselves?” Photo: Creator and host John Leguizamo on the set of AMERICAN HISTORIA./ Credit: NGL Studios

Inspired by his quest to uncover Latino and Latina heroes and their contributions, this clip comes from three-part series brings acclaimed Broadway and film actor John Leguizamo’s passion from the stage to the screen.  This clip comes from VOCES American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos

American Historia PBS LearningMedia Collection: (6-12): Video clips and classroom resources

The full series is available to watch on Passport if you are a WXXI Member
Episode 1: Echoes of Empires: Join host John Leguizamo as he examines the accomplishments and rise of the Great Empires and civilizations in Mexico, South America and the Caribbean, from the Taino to the Olmec, Inca, Maya, Aztec, and more. Although they were ultimately decimated by the conquistadors, these societies had an enduring influence on culture, agriculture, and the sciences.

Episode 2: Threads in the American Tapestry: Explore how Latino DNA has been woven into the identity of the United States since before her inception, and has been pivotal all along the way. Despite facing severe discrimination and violence, Latinos were present and contributed in pivotal ways to the fabric of this nation. Highlighting key figures and events, host John Leguizamo shows how Latinos helped build the United States we know today.

Episode 3: Solidarity in a New Era: Host John Leguizamo explores the rise of the new empire, the United States. While Latinos were often relegated to the fringes of mainstream society, they made profound contributions to the fabric of the U.S. and beyond. Reflecting on his journey, John learns that Latinos were not just an asterisk in history, but that Latino history is the history of the United States.

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Production Event • Volunteer Info + Sign Up

Volunteers are key to the production of ANTIQUES ROADSHOW! Below you will find helpful information on volunteer requirements and the perks, plus a form to register. If you have any questions after reviewing the information, please email volunteer@wxxi.org and include “AR volunteer” in the subject line.

If you are selected to be a volunteer, you will receive an email confirmation and more information on May 5, 2026. You will also receive a volunteer handbook ahead of the training session.

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW VOLUNTEER DETAILS:
Mandatory Training Day: Tuesday, June 16, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Event Day: Wednesday, June 17, 6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.*
Where: Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Rd Mumford, NY 14511 (map)

Volunteer requirements:
– Minimum age is 18.
– Must attend an on-site mandatory training session on Tuesday, June 16 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm.
– All volunteers must show a government-issued photo ID at the check-in table for training the day before.
– All volunteers must commit to assisting on event day for the entire day from 6:30am to approximately 6:30pm.*
– All positions require standing or walking throughout the 12+-hour event.

*Some volunteers may be released earlier – and some may be asked to stay slightly later.  The exact release time depends on the volunteer’s job and how many attendees are at the event.

Volunteer tasks at the event (assignments will be given by ANTIQUES ROADSHOW staff at the training session, we can not accept assignment requests):
– Front-of-house volunteers greet and direct attendees and press to their check-in areas, scan attendee tickets, attach wrist bands, hand out event guides, direct people to the triage line, and answer questions.
– Triage volunteers escort attendees from the generalist appraisers to the correct appraisal line for a specialist.
– Production set volunteers manage the appraisal lines and assist the crew on the set as needed. This may include securing the recording areas, directing crowd flow, and acting as “runners” for the ROADSHOW producers.

Volunteers will receive:
– Verbal appraisals for any two items you bring (These will happen later in the day. Secure locations for storage are not always available for items.)
– An ANTIQUES ROADSHOW shirt, baseball cap, and identification badge
– Breakfast, lunch, and snacks, plus breaks

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW VOLUNTEER SUBMISSION

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Educator Webinar: Teach the Declaration’s Global Impact Using Media and Artifacts On-Demand

When: Wednesday, March 25, 7-8pm ET

Description:

Join PBS LearningMedia and the Museum of the American Revolution as we share new classroom resources for teaching the lasting influence of the American Revolution. Participants will explore how the Declaration of Independence’s impact extends beyond 1776 and the United States and continues to inspire global citizens today.

PBS LearningMedia will investigate the importance of the Declaration of Independence in the Revolutionary Era through the Ken Burns in the Classroom The American Revolution Collection, followed by a walkthrough of the Museum of the American Revolution’s new exhibit, The Declaration’s Journey, and a discussion of the Declaration’s global impact. You will leave with a deeper understanding of the consequences and legacies of the Revolutionary Era and ideas for sparking curiosity within your students as they connect the past to the present. From March 25, 2026.

Watch the Webinar On-Demand

Organized by PBSLearningMedia Events

On-Demand America 250: Engaging Students with History, Media & Civic Voice Educator Webinar Archive

Description:

Watch the archive to discover classroom-ready civics resources to support teaching the America 250 anniversary in this fast-paced virtual resource slam and Q&A. From Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

What you’ll do

  • Explore a wealth of resources from leading education organizations, including: Center for Civic Education, Facing History & Ourselves, KQED, National Writing Project and PBS LearningMedia.

What you’ll get

  • Practical ideas and resources you can use right away to teach this landmark anniversary
  • A copy of the presentation deck

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Presentation Deck

Organized by KQED Education Events

Educator 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution NYS Resource Guide from the NYS Education Department

More About The American Revolution NYS Resource Guide from the NY State Library: To support this statewide initiative, the Office of Standards and Instruction at the New York State Education Department has developed the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution Resource Guide, a comprehensive instructional resource designed to help educators explore the complex and inspiring history of the Revolution and the founding of the nation. 

It features interdisciplinary, standards-based learning experiences, including adaptable resources, instructional prompts, and project-based learning ideas. A defining feature of the guide is its emphasis on experiential learning, with each instructional prompt paired with opportunities for students to engage directly with New York’s rich collection of Revolutionary War sites.

The resource also aligns with NYSED’s strategic priorities, including the Portrait of a Graduate, by fostering critical thinking, creativity, and real-world problem solving. At the high school level, the activities are further connected to the Seal of Civic Readiness, reinforcing civic engagement.

Primary sources make lessons and presentations come alive for students or participants. Materials shared provide inquiry and context clues to increase awareness and tell a story. Historical context within a narrative of primary source items prepares students to make connections for deeper understanding. 

Educator Webinar: 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution NYS Resource Guide Webinar

When: Tuesday, March 10, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Description: As part of Civic Learning Week 2026, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) will host a webinar on the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution New York State Resource Guide

The webinar will explore how to use the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution New York State Resource Guide to support interdisciplinary, standards-aligned instruction and civic engagement.

The guide includes instructional prompts, project-based ideas, and experiential opportunities tied to New York’s Revolutionary history.

All educators across grade levels and content areas are encouraged to attend.

Register

For questions, contact the Office of Standards and Instruction at P12StandardsInstruction@nysed.gov.


Learn more about the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution NYS Resource Guide

American Masters “Bella! This Woman’s Place is in The House” • WXXI-TV

In 1970, activist Bella Abzug stormed Congress, taking on Nixon and the patriarchy to fight for women’s rights, civil rights, and LGBTQ+ equality.

American Masters “Bella! This Woman’s Place is in The House” airs Tuesday, March 17 at 9 p.m. on WXXI-TV and streaming on the WXXI app.

During a time when women couldn’t get a credit card in their own name and other marginalized groups were fighting for political, social and economic rights, Bella Abzug became an outspoken leader for equality. She opened The National Women’s Conference, the largest gathering of feminists in US history, which was seen as a turning point for a new wave of feminism. Considered one of the first feminists to be elected to Congress, Abzug challenged an almost all-male Congress head first, blazing a path for future gender equality in all aspects of American government. In celebration of Women’s History Month, follow the meteoric rise of this firebrand politician and activist on this American Masters presentation.

Photo: Bella
Credit: Bettye Lane

Julia Child’s Best Bites • WXXI-TV

Celebrate the first lady of cooking with Martha Stewart, Jacques Pepin, Vivian Howard, Marcus Samuelsson, Jose Andres, Eric Ripert, Rick Bayless and more.

Julia Child’s Best Bites airs Monday, March 9 at 8 p.m. on WXXI-TV and streams live on the WXXI and PBS apps.

Chefs and celebrities share personal insights as they screen Julia’s most-beloved episodes.

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