TV Schedule for C-SPAN 2
Saturday, August 1st TV listings for C-SPAN 2
America 250 Freedom of Expression New
The George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas hosts a leadership forum titled The Heart of America, which includes a look at how the United States has sustained its democracy throughout a 250-year history.
America 250 National Parks & American History New
The George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas hosts a leadership forum titled The Heart of America, which includes a look at how the United States has sustained its democracy throughout a 250-year history.
America 250 Democratic Milestones in American History New
The George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas hosts a leadership forum titled The Heart of America, which includes a look at how the United States has sustained its democracy throughout a 250-year history.
America 250 American Artists in Windsor Castle's Royal Collection
The White House Historical Association visits Windsor Castle to explore the American art pieces inside the British Royal collection.
America 250 Jesse Wegman, The Lost Founder New
Historian Jesse Wegman explores the life and legacy of Founding Father James Wilson, whose contributions to American democracy have largely been forgotten due to scandal.
Author Nathaniel Philbrick on the American Revolution New
American historian and bestselling author Nathaniel Philbrick discusses George Washington's political and military leadership and the contributions of the French navy during the American Revolution.
Reel America U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Training - 1960 New
This 1960 U.S. Marine Corps film showcased Marine Corps recruit training in Parris Island, South Carolina. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films.
The Civil War Paul Quigley, The Man Behind the Cane New
Historian Paul Quigley takes a personal look at South Carolina Congressman Preston Brooks, who viciously attacked Massachusetts Senator Charles Sumner in the U.S. Capitol with a cane in 1856 over the issue of slavery.
America 250 Historians Discuss First Ladies New
The First Ladies Association for Research and Education hosts discussions with authors & historians on the women who have lived in the White House.
America 250 Early First Ladies New
The First Ladies Association for Research and Education hosts discussions with authors & historians on the women who have lived in the White House.
Dorothy Denetclaw & Matt Fitzsimons, The Sons of Gunshooter New
Authors Dorothy Denetclaw and Matt Fitzsimons reexamine the 1919 killing of an Indian trader in the Navajo Nation and the subsequent murder trial.
America 250 Smithsonian Castle American Aspirations Exhibit Tour New
Curator Abeer Saha walks C-SPAN's American History TV through an exhibition of more than 30 iconic objects brought together to explore the ideals expressed in the Declaration of Independence at the Smithsonian Castle in Washington, D.C.
America 250 Betsy Ross House Historic Pet Parade New
The Betsy Ross House in Philadelphia holds its annual Patriotic Pet Show in the historic flag maker's courtyard.
America 250 Karl Rove on President William McKinley New
Political strategist and William McKinley biographer Karl Rove reflects on the life & legacy of America's 25th president (1897-1901). His essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.
America 250 Curator Michelle Gullion on First Lady Ida McKinley New
Curator Michelle Gullion of the National First Ladies Library and Museum reflects on the life and legacy of First Lady Ida McKinley (1897-1901). Her essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.
America 250 Author Troy Senik on President Grover Cleveland
Author Troy Senik reflects on the life & legacy of President Grover Cleveland (1885-89, 1893-97). His essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.
Lectures in History Was America Founded as a Secular or Christian Nation?
Washington University hosts a series of lectures called 1776: Then and Now. This lecture attempts to answer the question of whether America was founded as a secular or Christian nation.
America 250 Freedom of Expression
The George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas hosts a leadership forum titled The Heart of America, which includes a look at how the United States has sustained its democracy throughout a 250-year history.
America 250 National Parks & American History
The George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas hosts a leadership forum titled The Heart of America, which includes a look at how the United States has sustained its democracy throughout a 250-year history.
America 250 Democratic Milestones in American History
The George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas hosts a leadership forum titled The Heart of America, which includes a look at how the United States has sustained its democracy throughout a 250-year history.
America 250 American Artists in Windsor Castle's Royal Collection
The White House Historical Association visits Windsor Castle to explore the American art pieces inside the British Royal collection.
America 250 Jesse Wegman, The Lost Founder
Historian Jesse Wegman explores the life and legacy of Founding Father James Wilson, whose contributions to American democracy have largely been forgotten due to scandal.
Author Nathaniel Philbrick on the American Revolution
American historian and bestselling author Nathaniel Philbrick discusses George Washington's political and military leadership and the contributions of the French navy during the American Revolution.
Reel America U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Training - 1960
This 1960 U.S. Marine Corps film showcased Marine Corps recruit training in Parris Island, South Carolina. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films.
The Civil War Paul Quigley, The Man Behind the Cane
Historian Paul Quigley takes a personal look at South Carolina Congressman Preston Brooks, who viciously attacked Massachusetts Senator Charles Sumner in the U.S. Capitol with a cane in 1856 over the issue of slavery.
America 250 Historians Discuss First Ladies
The First Ladies Association for Research and Education hosts discussions with authors & historians on the women who have lived in the White House.
America 250 Early First Ladies
The First Ladies Association for Research and Education hosts discussions with authors & historians on the women who have lived in the White House.
Dorothy Denetclaw & Matt Fitzsimons, The Sons of Gunshooter
Authors Dorothy Denetclaw and Matt Fitzsimons reexamine the 1919 killing of an Indian trader in the Navajo Nation and the subsequent murder trial.
America 250 Smithsonian Castle American Aspirations Exhibit Tour
Curator Abeer Saha walks C-SPAN's American History TV through an exhibition of more than 30 iconic objects brought together to explore the ideals expressed in the Declaration of Independence at the Smithsonian Castle in Washington, D.C.
America 250 Betsy Ross House Historic Pet Parade
The Betsy Ross House in Philadelphia holds its annual Patriotic Pet Show in the historic flag maker's courtyard.
People and events that help document the American story.
America 250 Karl Rove on President William McKinley
Political strategist and William McKinley biographer Karl Rove reflects on the life & legacy of America's 25th president (1897-1901). His essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.
Former Obama Administration speechwriter Ben Rhodes discusses American identity and the history of the country through fifteen speeches dating from the earliest days of the United States to the 21st century.