We go behind the scenes and into the minds of artists as they capture, commemorate, and, at times, condemn our presidents.
We go behind the scenes and into the minds of artists as they capture, commemorate, and, at times, condemn our presidents.
2009x9Season finale Picturing the President: George Washington Episode overview
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2009 Feb 01
Discover the hidden symbolism of the Landsdowne, a familiar full-length portrait of George Washington that hangs in the National Gallery. Examine Gilbert Stuart's unforgettable portrait, .. show full overview
Discover the hidden symbolism of the Landsdowne, a familiar full-length portrait of George Washington that hangs in the National Gallery. Examine Gilbert Stuart's unforgettable portrait, which captures the spirit of this victorious general, stalwart leader, and pioneering president of the United States of America. The story of the painting reverberates to present times.
A look at the rise and fall of the Monkees, pop's first manufactured sensation. Two child actors, a folk singer, and a country guitarist answered a newspaper advertisement casting "4 .. show full overview
A look at the rise and fall of the Monkees, pop's first manufactured sensation. Two child actors, a folk singer, and a country guitarist answered a newspaper advertisement casting "4 insane boys, age 17–21," and quickly found themselves TV and music superstars in the late 1960s, before it all came to a screeching halt.
The president isn't the only one who works in the White House. From devoted doormen to enthusiastic chefs, the country's most famous home depends on a staff of dedicated individuals who serve president after president.
The president isn't the only one who works in the White House. From devoted doormen to enthusiastic chefs, the country's most famous home depends on a staff of dedicated individuals who serve president after president.
A 600-acre patch of forest in Panama where 72 species of bats co-exist - more than in the whole of Europe or the USA. German scientist Elisabeth Kalko spent over 10 years working in the .. show full overview
A 600-acre patch of forest in Panama where 72 species of bats co-exist - more than in the whole of Europe or the USA. German scientist Elisabeth Kalko spent over 10 years working in the dark on Barro Colorado Island, gathering a group of the world's most adventurous and daring women scientists - the batwomen of Panama.
