Explore pivotal events which took place in the year 1619 and helped shape the United States.

Celebrate America's 243rd birthday with an Independence Day celebration for our entire nation. The country’s longest-running July 4 national broadcast tradition returns from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol.

Uncover the true story of the seven-week period that changed China forever. On June 4, 1989, a violent and bloody pro-democracy demonstration ended, leaving thousands dead and laying the foundation for China’s future.

"We have information that you are a homosexual. What do you have to say in your defense?" That's the question investigators asked countless U.S. government workers in a 40-year campaign to remove gay men and lesbians from the federal workforce.

Tune in with family and friends for an encore broadcast of Les Misérables 25th Anniversary Concert Saturday at 7 p.m. and Downton Abbey Returns! Sunday at 8 p.m. It’s a weekend to remember.

Join host B.J. Thomas for vintage performances by Don McLean, Bobbie Gentry, Glen Campbell and more.