Celebrate Earth Month with Service Projects in the DMV
Spring is here! What better way to usher in warmer weather and blooming blossoms than to serve the community around us. Service projects rooted in environmental awareness not only uplift our neighborhoods but also help foster a love and respect for the environment in both kids and adults alike.
April on WHUT: Stories That Honor Culture, History, and Community
WHUT’s April programming reflects the power of public media to inform, inspire, and connect.
Meet the DMV Disney Dreamers – Class of 2026
They want to be doctors and scientists, lawyers and activists, artists, entrepreneurs and engineers—and so much more. They’re young people like you who dream like you. Let their stories inspire you and maybe next year, you’ll be among the names below!
Patti LaBelle Tickets Available As Premium For Donors on March 26th!
Tune in for a special 60s & 70s Soul Celebration featuring the legendary Patti LaBelle on March 26th at 7:00 pm - become a member during that time to receive Patti LaBelle tickets while supplies last.
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.