Dodgers Stories: 6 Decades in LA is a look back at the colorful history of the team through the eyes of the fans, as well as the players. Through archival footage, interviews and historical photos, the program will explore the rich saga of the team that has been in LA since 1958. The program premieres this Thanksgiving on Thurs., Nov. 28 at 7 p.m. on PBS SoCal and will also air at 8:30 p.m. on KCET. Following the broadcast, the film will be available for streaming exclusively on PBS Passport, the member-supported streaming service.
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Dodger Stadium / Chavez Ravine with neighboring landmarks. LA Herald Examiner Photo Collection, Los Angeles Public Library
Newly elected councilwoman Rosalind Weiner with her family. LA Herald Examiner Photo Collection, Los Angeles Public Library
Former owner of the Dodgers Walter O’Malley with his shovel. LA Herald Examiner Photo Collection, Los Angeles Public Library
Catchers receive advice from former Dodger Roy Campanella. LA Herald Examiner Photo Collection, Los Angeles Public Library
Sandy Koufax pitched 12 seasons for the Dodgers from 1955 to 1966. LA Herald Examiner Photo Collection, Los Angeles Public Library
Kirk Gibson's 1988 World Series home run in Game 1 of the 1988 World Series at Dodger Stadium in LA. LA Herald Examiner Photo Collection, Los Angeles Public Library
Local and National Virtual Events Planned for Upcoming Two-Part PBS Series THE BLACK CHURCH: THIS IS OUR STORY, THIS IS OUR SONG From Executive Producer/Writer/Host Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. With Goal of Increasing Community’s Historic Awareness and Celebrating Gospel Music