Scientists, environmental advocates, military innovators, community organizers, and trailblazers connected to the Washington, D.C. region are revealed through the lives of individuals who expanded knowledge, service, and opportunity.

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First African American Woman to Earn a Doctorate at MIT. Narrated by Machelle Williams.

Shirley Ann

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He founded Urban Beet to grow fresh food for underserved people and to help cool urban areas. Narrated by Bill Werlin.

Chander Payne

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A special group determined to ensure no family member of the armed forces is buried alone at Arlington National Cemetery. Narrated by Sarah Prather.

The Arlington Ladies

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The treasure of the Grey Ghost is still buried somewhere in the countryside. Narrated by Ean Leppin.

John S. Mosby’s Hidden Treasure

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Marine Biologist who advanced the global environmental movement. Narrated by Sarah Prather.

Rachel Carson

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The computer science pioneer and U.S. Navy rear admiral who coined the term “computer bug.” Narrated by Sarah Prather.

Grace Hopper

Scientists, environmental advocates, military innovators, community organizers, and trailblazers connected to the Washington, D.C. region are revealed through the lives of individuals who expanded knowledge, service, and opportunity.