Meet Our Black Women Soar Nominiees!
Congratulations to Our 2026 Black Women Soar Honorees!
Impactful D.C. Women You May Not Have Heard About
Learn more about some of the hidden figures in the DMV!
Be Inspired! Explore Women’s History Here in DC
If you’re looking for meaningful ways to celebrate the month with kids, these three destinations in DC offer engaging ways to learn about women who shaped history—through art, activism, entrepreneurship, and storytelling.
Celebrating Strength, Stories & Visibility: Women’s History Month & Autism Awareness Day
This year, WHUT’s March lineup features a number of standout programs that honor women’s voices, leadership, artistry, and legacy. Together, these stories help illuminate the diversity, brilliance, and resilience of women throughout history.
“He Truly Meant It”: How Jesse Jackson Made International Solidarity Personal
I moved to Washington, D.C. in 1984 from my small but wonderful hometown of Niagara Falls, New York, a newly minted lawyer full of energy and belief that meaningful change was possible. I had just been hired by the American‑Arab Anti‑Discrimination Committee (ADC), a young but essential civil rights organization founded by former U.S. Senator James Abourezk. At the time, that opportunity alone felt life‑changing.
Remembering Jesse Jackson: A Legacy of Hope, Justice, and Community in the DMV
As a prominent organizer, preacher, political leader, and tireless advocate for equality, Jesse Jackson’s influence echoed through the streets of the DMV — from the steps of Howard University to neighborhood rallies and voter registration drives across the region.
WHUT & MPT Host a FREE Screening of The Inquisitor
WHUT & MPT host a free screener of The Inquisitor - an Indie Lens Pop-Up.
Beyond February: Honoring Black History All Year Long with Kids
Go beyond February with these suggestions for honoring Black history all year through exploration and everyday conversations with kids.
FY 2026 Local PUblic Media Station Funding Not Restored; WHUT Forges ahead
Local station funding was not restored. But there was meaningful signs of progress and WHUT carries on.
Black History Month Centennial: February Programming Highlights
2026 Black History Month marks the centennial anniversary of the celebration initiated by Dr. Carter G. Woodson. Check out WHUT’s programming highlights as we honor and celebrate Black Americans in our community and beyond.
Meet Phoebe & Jay: Your Everyday Literacy Adventure Buddies!
Phoebe and Jay officially arrive on the PBS KIDS app on Monday, February 2, and they can’t wait to meet new friends.
HBCU Week Now Student Film Festival Featuring Howard University Film Makers
Howard University film makers bring home two wins at the HBCU Week Now Student Film Festival.
How DC Became a Home for Creative Voices
Washington, DC has long been more than the seat of power — it has been a refuge, a creative incubator, and a national stage for Black intellectual and cultural life. From Reconstruction to the rise of digital media, the District became a haven for storytellers whose work blends culture, education, and civic engagement.
Washington, DC: A Living Archive — Told Neighborhood by Neighborhood
What makes DC’s history different from other cities? It’s not just carved in marble monuments or stored in official records. It’s alive — carried in voices, rituals, and everyday spaces where people gather to talk, teach, argue, celebrate, and heal.
THE CHAVIS CHRONICLES Season 6 airs on WHUT
Dr. Benjamin Chavis, Jr. leads thought-provoking discussions with renowned guests from the worlds of politics, medicine, science, education, activism, entertainment, and the media.
WHUT-PBS Celebrates Washington, D.C. with 202 Day 2026
Celebrate A Full Day of Stories, Culture, and Community!
Congress Negotiating Legislation That Could Protect Local Public Media Stations
Congress is making final FY 2026 funding decisions right now. Urge Congress to restore Local Station Funding.
3 Meaningful Ways Families Can Honor MLK in the DMV
Explore meaningful ways families can celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King’s message together, whether you want to get out into the community or keep learning close to home.