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Finding Your Roots in Washington: Prince George's Geneology

In Prince George's County, Maryland, a special community is open to all who want to find their roots. In 45 years, this community -- the Prince George's County Genealogical Society -- has grown from five people and 49 books to over 5,000 books, periodicals, and maps, and monthly meetings full of people who want to learn more about their ancestors.

Finding Your Roots in Washington: Prince George's Geneology

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  • Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and WETA: asset-original

    Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and WETA

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    Henry Louis Gates, Jr., discusses the importance of the quality historical programming he produces in partnership with WETA and with the support of WETA viewers.

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    Ken Burns and WETA

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    For 30 years, WETA has partnered with Ken Burns to co-produce and bring his remarkable documentaries to audiences nationwide. For information on how to support Ken Burns productions please contact Danielle Manning-Halsey, Senior Director, Principal and Major Gifts. dmanninghalsey@weta.org or 703-998-2812.

  • Ken Burns's Home at WETA: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Ken Burns's Home at WETA

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    WETA has been Ken Burn's public television home for more than 30 years. This partnership has helped to bring high quality documentaries like his new film Country Music to audiences nationwide.

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