Ken Burns Discusses The American Revolution on TODAY for America’s 250th Anniversary

Award-winning filmmaker Ken Burns joined TODAY to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States and reflect on the enduring significance of the American Revolution. In the segment, Burns discussed his PBS documentary series The American Revolution, directed with Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, which explores the people, events, and ideas that shaped the nation’s founding. Supported by the Blavatnik Family Foundation, the six-part series presents the Revolution as a complex human story, drawing on extensive historical research and voices often underrepresented in traditional accounts, including African Americans, Native Americans, women, and others whose lives were profoundly affected by the founding era. Through its support, the Foundation helps advance public understanding of history and expand access to high-quality educational storytelling. Watch the segment here.