Reinventing the American Amusement Park

When Disneyland opened on July 17, 1955, tickets cost $1, and visitors could explore four unique lands.

American Presidential Assassinations

In the country's early years, many people believed the young democratic republic was immune to political violence. 

Industrial Democracy

Scholars reflect on decision-making and influence in an industrial context during the early 1900s.

The U.S. Latino Experience

Celebrating the contributions of Latinos to the American story.

Celebrando los aportes de los hispanoparlantes a la historia estadounidense.

Documentaries to Watch Now

Stream these American Experience documentaries anywhere, anytime. We will update this page as new films become available.

Your Own Backyard

There are over 300 PBS Member Stations across the country, with many telling incredible stories in their own backyard. 

The Environment

Explore America's complicated relationship with the natural world, from our struggles to dominate nature to our attempts to understand and protect it.

Women in American History

Explore films, interviews, articles, image galleries and more for an in-depth look at notable female figures in American history.

The African American Experience

Celebrating the contributions of Black Americans to the American story.

School Integration in America

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE explores the legacy of school integration in two new documentaries that examine the deeply mixed legacy of America’s efforts to racially integrate public schools.

The Presidents

In this award-winning collection, explore documentaries, biographies, interviews, articles, image galleries and more for an in-depth look at the history of the American presidency.

Songs of the Summer

We asked some of our favorite music writers to pick a year and a song from that summer’s top ten. Take a listen and read through our historical mixtape.