Today, we reflect on the legacy of #NelsonMandela, who passed away #onthisday in 2013.
In 1994, just months after becoming South Africa’s first democratically elected president, Mandela spoke at Howard University’s Commencement Convocation, where he was awarded an honorary doctorate of laws degree. In his speech, Mandela celebrated the transformative power of education, acknowledging Howard’s historic contributions to progress.
This #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, we honor the stories of Native Americans with powerful documentaries like “Surviving Columbus,” which explores the history and resilience of the Pueblo people.
Discover this and many more films featuring Native voices from Native producers in the AAPB’s Vision Maker Media Documentaries Collection: https://americanarchive.org/special_collections/vision-maker-media
Who better to rely on for some Wednesday wisdom than Mister Rogers?
In 2002, Mister Rogers spoke with WQED about gifting your honest self to your neighbors.
Watch the full interview in the AAPB: https://americanarchive.org/catalog/cpb-aacip-120-86nzsknc
Yesterday, in 1969, "Sesame Street" premiered, introducing children around the world to the whimsical characters that would go on to raise generations.
Did you know Oscar the Grouch wasn’t always green? Check out his very first appearance back in the day!
Watch the full first episode in the AAPB archive and relive the magic that started it all: https://americanarchive.org/catalog/cpb-aacip-1533ebc756d
Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes at the AAPB and GBH Archives (@wgbh)?
We answered your most pressing preservation questions in our recent Reddit AMA for #AskanArchivistDay!
Check out the full AMA: https://www.reddit.com/r/AskHistorians/comments/1g52lx3/do_you_have_questions_for_our_archivists_about/
It may be spooky season, but preserving your station's materials doesn't have to be scary! 
Learn how to partner with the AAPB for free digitization services, thanks to the Mellon Foundation, in just six simple steps. 
