Secrets of the Dead

History Series / 9 Seasons

Secrets of the Dead is part detective story, part true-life drama that unearths evidence from around the world, challenging prevailing ideas and throwing fresh light on unexplained events.

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True tales from the most interesting place on earth.

Discover hidden gems through a thoughtful exploration of the world's greatest cemeteries.

Exploring the remarkable life and legacy of James J. Hill who built a transportation empire.

This four-hour series introduces a vibrant world at the heart of the Black experience.

Learn how and why early humans set out on the road to civilization.

Explore American history through iconic photos that have defined our national identity.

The dramatic story of the American Buffalo's near extinction—and the people who saved it.

Discover how an innovative ad campaign made Springmaid sheets a household name.

Chuck D from Public Enemy explores Hip Hop’s political awakening over the last 50 years.

Trace the bridge's transformation from a feat of heroic engineering to an honored symbol.

Take a new journey across the US to find how we work, play and interact with the outdoors.

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE brings to life the compelling stories from our past!

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Secrets of the Dead

Mossback's Northwest

World's Greatest Cemeteries

The Empire Builder James J. Hill and the Great Northern Railway

Making Black America

First Civilizations

The Bigger Picture

The American Buffalo

Miss Springmaid

Fight the Power: How Hip Hop Changed the World

Brooklyn Bridge

America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston

American Experience