Nine PBS Celebrates Women’s History Month

Published on February 27, 2026

In March, Nine PBS celebrates women! We honor their accomplishments and achievements, and we commemorate the changes they’ve made in our world.

While we celebrate women around the world - we pay special attention to women trailblazers from St. Louis - like Annie Malone, Anne Keefe, Josephine Baker, and more! Here are just some of the amazing women who have made a difference in our city, from our Living St. Louis archives.

Susan Blow
In the late 1800s, Susan Blow implemented some of the first kindergartens in the United States. After traveling to Germany and observing their system for early childhood education, she brought the "kindergarten" concept to local schools.

Annie Malone
Annie Malone was a self-made millionaire. She started a cosmetic manufacturing business, focusing on Black hair products, and she began Poro Beauty College. This famous Black St. Louisan was also a philanthropist. The St. Louis Colored Orphans Home was renamed in her honor.

Katherine Dunham
Katherine Dunham was known as a trailblazer in dance. She mixed African and Caribbean styles of dance to create moves that were all her own. Her life, artistic career and influence on the people of East St. Louis was great. This profile contains what is believed to have been her last interview, at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville in October 2005.

Celebrate Women’s History Month: What to Watch and Stream

More programs are available in Women’s History Month collection on the PBS app. New programs appear on the app after broadcast on Nine PBS.

The M Factor 2: Before the Pause
"The M Factor 2: Before the Pause" shines a light on perimenopause through real women's stories — teachers, firefighters, and doctors — showing how silence and stigma derail lives, and why early awareness is essential to protect women's health, work, and identity.
Thursday, March 26, at 2:00 pm on Nine PBS and livestream.

Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore
Learn about the life and career of 4-time Emmy nominee Marlee Matlin as she shares her story in her native American Sign Language. Known for roles in "The West Wing" and "CODA," at 21 years old, Matlin became the first Deaf actor to win an Oscar. "Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore" is now streaming on PBS.org and the PBS app. Additionally, you can find versions of this film with American Sign Language and Extended Audio Descriptions.
Monday, March 16, at 10:00 pm on Nine PBS and livestream.

American Experience

Part 1 | The Vote | American Experience

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The fiery campaign that led to passage of the 19th Amendment, granting women the vote.

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