There’s good news for anyone with a bit of memorabilia-such as an old map or photo-that has left them with more questions than answers.
A critically acclaimed television show about to enter its fourth season asks viewers to submit story ideas. The show-PBS’ “History Detectives”-applies the latest forensic technology and old-fashioned, pavement-pounding detective work to lift the lid on intriguing artifacts and objects, family legends and local folklore in cities and small towns across America.
Because it uses cutting-edge technology to uncover the history behind homes and heirlooms, the show has been described as “CSI” meets “Antiques Roadshow.” Rather than assigning a monetary value, this show traces and verifies the lineage of beloved objects and places.
Each one-hour episode of this PBS series examines three compelling attempts to uncover the truth behind a bit of history that we think we know.
In the past the show has investigated topics ranging from interesting trivia about the possible inspiration of one of America’s best-loved animated characters, to shocking revelations about...