Detroit Public Television is pleased to salute Native American Heritage Month with several special programs. Tune in November 1-30.

A Blackfeet Encounter uncovers the rich history and culture of the Blackfeet people of Montana, traces the consequences of the Lewis & Clark expedition's arrival, and investigates the struggles and triumphs of the Blackfeet today.

History Detectives
A Texan of Cherokee descent inherits a mysterious bible from her father; a beautiful, worn banjo is purchased by a Chicago resident at an auction a few years ago; and a Californian college dean comes across a family tree, begun by a deceased aunt, which contains the words "United Empire Loyalist" scribbled alongside several names.

"March Point" follows the journey of three teens from the Swinomish Tribe who have been asked to make a film about the threat their people face from two local oil refineries.