TELLING AMERICA’S STORIES
THE BETTER ANGELS SOCIETY
The Better Angels Society is the preeminent organization supporting excellence in American history documentaries in ways that advance civic engagement and educate generations of students and lifelong learners.
Learn more about our work, meet members of our community, and see a sampling of the films we have supported through our programs in the video to the left.
OUR WORK
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Members of The Better Angels Society share a belief in the power of exceptional American history documentaries to illuminate our shared past and foster meaningful connections through storytelling. Becoming a member is simple—sign up for our mailing list to receive regular newsletters that highlight our programs and the best in American history documentary film.
For those who wish to deepen their commitment, we welcome you to the Friends of The Better Angels Society, a special community of donors whose generosity fuels the growth and impact of our initiatives. If you are interested in making a restricted donation to a specific documentary film or have questions about the Friends of The Better Angels Society, please click the link below.
WHAT’S NEW
LATEST NEWS
SEVENTH ANNUAL LIBRARY OF CONGRESS LAVINE/KEN BURNS PRIZE FOR FILM AWARDED TO “AMERICAN PACHUCO: THE LEGEND OF LUIS VALDEZ”
Director David Alvarado Wins a $200,000 Cash Prize for His Film About the Renowned Playwright and Screenwriter Behind “Zoot Suit” and “La Bamba” $2.6 Million Has Been Awarded Since 2019 Washington, DC – October
DONOR SPOTLIGHT
DONOR SPOTLIGHT: Mauree Jane & Mark Perry
Mauree Jane & Mark Perry have been involved with The Better Angels Society
IN THE PRESS
SEVENTH ANNUAL LIBRARY OF CONGRESS LAVINE/KEN BURNS PRIZE FOR FILM AWARDED TO “AMERICAN PACHUCO: THE LEGEND OF LUIS VALDEZ”
Director David Alvarado Wins a $200,000 Cash Prize for His Film About the Renowned
2025 Better Angels Lavine Fellowship Recipients Announced
RECIPIENTS ANNOUNCED FOR 2025 BETTER ANGELS LAVINE FELLOWSHIP Six American History Documentaries Receive Prestigious
New PBS Documentary Series to Explore History of New York City’s Central Park
NEW PBS DOCUMENTARY SERIES TO EXPLORE HISTORY OF NEW YORK CITY’S CENTRAL PARK Director
