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Highlights for February 27 – March 5 2005

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Primetime Highlights

Slavery and the Making of America Slavery and the Making of America
7pm Sunday, February 27

This four-part series documents the history of American slavery from its beginnings in the British colonies to its end in the Southern states and the years of post-Civil War Reconstruction. By focusing on the stories of individual slaves, the series offers new perspectives on the slave experience. Tonight: The two final episodes: "Seeds of Destruction" & "The Challenge of Freedom."

Long Walk to Freedom Long Walk to Freedom
9pm Sunday, February 27
This documentary profiles twelve ordinary people from different racial and economic backgrounds who accomplished extraordinary deeds that changed the face of the nation. Together with tens of thousands of other Americans, these individuals joined the Civil Rights Movement to protest racial inequality, segregation, and discrimination in the 1960s.
Nature Nature "Hippo Beach"
7pm Monday, February 28

Hippos may not look much like champion athletes, nor do they look like they have secrets hidden beneath their tough, muddy hides, but these strong, bulky animals have been surprising naturalists for years. NATURE takes you to the sands of the Luangwa River's "Hippo Beach" to explore these fascinating animals that are considered one of the most dangerous animals in Africa.

Globe Trekker Globe Trekker "Indonesia: Bali and Sulawesi"
8pm Monday, February 28

Traveler Shilpa Mehta explores just two contrasting islands of the thirteen thousand that make up Indonesia – Bali and Sulawesi. Highlights include spectacular views, a volcano hike, cooking breakfast in a geyser, mask making, a colorful New Year's celebration, the boat-shaped houses of the Torajans and a traditional funeral.

Newport Jazz Festival 1954-2004: Fiftieth Anniversary Newport Jazz Festival 1954-2004: Fiftieth Anniversary
8pm Tuesday, March 1

This renowned festival showcases jazz greats, contemporary R&B stylists and future stars, including the Dave Brubeck Quartet, Dianne Reeves, Jamie Cullum, Harry Connick, Jr., the Branford Marsalis Quartet and more. This anniversary special also includes archival footage of the legends who have performed at the Festival over the past half-century.

NOVA NOVA "Welcome to Mars"
8pm Thursday, March 3

On January 3, 2004, a tiny rover named Spirit crash-landed on the dusty surface of Mars and sent its first message home. The elation of the assembled scientists was captured by NOVA in "Mars Dead or Alive." That elation is the starting point for this sequel, which follows the adventures of Spirit and Opportunity on the red planet.

National Geographic Specials National Geographic Specials
9pm Thursday, March 3

National Geographic follows a band of adventurers as they search for the S.S. Republic, a double side-paddle steamship sunk by a hurricane en route from New York to New Orleans after the Civil War. It was carrying nearly $400,000 in gold and silver coin. Today, the value of those rare coins may exceed $150 million, making it one of the richest treasure ever discovered at sea.

Antiques Roadshow Antiques Roadshow "Omaha, Nebraska - Part 2"
7pm Friday, March 4

A Nebraska woman presents a striking piece of 1960s-era memorabilia: a 1961 Breakfast at Tiffanys movie poster. Appraiser Rudy Franchi explains that Audrey Hepburn memorabilia has skyrocketed in value since her death. That, coupled with the posters mint condition, would make even Holly Golightly smile at $4,500 to $5,000.

Sherlock Holmes Mystery: Terror By Night Sherlock Holmes Mystery: Terror By Night
9pm Friday, March 4
When asked to protect a priceless diamond, Sherlock Holmes matches wits with a deadly associate of the late Professor Moriarty. While on a speeding train from London to Edinburgh full of eccentric passengers, Holmes, Dr. Watson and Inspector Lestrade investigate both murder and theft. This 1946 thriller stars Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce.
The Wall - Berlin 90 The Wall - Berlin 90
10:30pm Friday, March 4
In 1989, the fall of the Berlin Wall marked the beginning of the demise of the Communist Bloc. Shortly after, Pink Floyd's rock opera, "The Wall," was staged in Potsdamer Platz, Berlin to mark the end of the alienation between Eastern and Western Europe. The multi-million-dollar production features a host of stars.
Suze Orman: for the Young, Fabulous & Broke Suze Orman: for the Young, Fabulous & Broke
5pm Saturday, March 5
In this new special, Emmy winner Suze Orman focuses on an age group that desperately needs her advice: 25-35 year olds. In her down-to-earth and straight-talking style, Orman provides powerful and often surprising action steps for young women and men at a critical moment in their financial lives — getting started.
My Generation - The 60's Experience My Generation - The 60's Experience
7pm Saturday, March 5

Chuck Negron (pictured), formerly of Three Dog Night, John Kay and Steppenwolf, Roger McGuinn of the Byrds, Eric Burdon and the Animals, and other performers salute the music and culture of the 1960s. Clips of 60s icons include performances by Jimi Hendrix, Procol Harum, Jim Morrison and the Doors, Janis Joplin and more.

My Music: Funky Soul Superstars My Music: Funky Soul Superstars
9:30pm Saturday, March 5

PBS gets funky with an old school soul party, uniting the best R&B, soul and funk artists from the 1970s and 1980s. A sequel to last year’s 70s SOUL SUPERSTARS, this new special marks the return of Patti LaBelle to co-host with Isaac Hayes and actress Vivica A. Fox (pictured).

Website Features

Printable Schedules Printable Schedules
March program grids are now available to view and print! These compact program grids include KBDI's full schedule (organized by week), and KBDI's primetime schedule (organized by the month). Visit the website's Printable Schedules page for more details.
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Be On TV!

Texas Ranch House Texas Ranch House

Yearning for a home on the range? In this living history series, a group of modern-day people will re-experience Western life in 1867 — rounding up and branding free-roaming cattle, cattle, taming wild horses and sleeping under the stars. Have you got what it takes to join the experience? All are Welcome — city slickers and cowpokes alike. Families and individuals. Giddy-up and

Kids! Become a History Detective on TV! Kids! Become a History Detective on TV!

Time to get those super sleuth skills sharpened! HISTORY DETECTIVES will feature a school age Kid History Detective this summer. We're looking for stories about old houses, family heirlooms, or local legends that might contain a fascinating mystery from our nation's past. If your story is chosen, you'll appear on PBS's hit series and solve your mystery right alongside our detectives on TV. So get digging and

Your Genealogy Could Land You on HISTORY DETECTIVES! Your Genealogy Could Land You on HISTORY DETECTIVES!

Did your family make its mark on history? If your genealogy research has turned up clues that your ancestors played a key role in an American history-making event, HISTORY DETECTIVES wants to help you solve the puzzle. You and the ghosts of ancestors past could appear on PBS's hit series this summer!

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