Documentaries, biographies, and profiles abound this month on television. Here are some of them; be sure to check your local listings for more and to verify air times.
Sundays in February
BET SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH
Time: 11:00 am - 12 pm ET/PT
Channel: BET
Monday, February 26
THE HISTORY CHANNEL CLASSROOM: The Black Cowboys
Some were outlaws, some were saints. All were trying to survive in a brave new world. Join acclaimed actor Danny Glover as he debunks the myths and uncovers the truths about America's black cowboys and their role in the Old West in this Emmy-winning examination.
Time: 6:00 am ET
Channel: The History Channel
Tuesday, February 27
Journeys in Black: Rev. Al Sharpton
From the streets of NY to the steps of the Capitol this civil rights icon has managed to create infamy for himself. Through racial turmoil in Howard Beach and Crown Heights, to his participation in the notorious Tawana Brawley case, Rev. Sharpton is a modern day lightening rod for both accolades and controversy.
Time: 7:30 - 8:30 pm ET/PT
Channel: BET
Wednesday, February 28
20TH CENTURY: George Wallace and Black Power
Original news footage recalls the dramatic events of the civil rights movement in Alabama, including, the march on Selma, the brutal attacks on the Freedom Riders, and the defiance of Governor George Wallace, who stood in the door at the University of Alabama to stop integration attempts.
Time: 10:00 am ET/3:00 pm ET
Channel: The History Channel
BIOGRAPHY CLOSE-UP: CIVIL RIGHTS HEROES
The program profiles some of the men and women who have help keep the dream alive.
Time: 8 pm ET
Channel: A&E
