This isn't your grandmother's antiquing. Pickers like Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz are on a mission to recycle America, even if it means diving into countless piles of grimy junk or getting chased off a gun-wielding homeowner's land. Hitting back roads from coast to coast, the two men earn a living by restoring forgotten relics to their former glory, transforming one person's trash into another's treasure. American Pickers follows them as they scour the country for hidden gems in junkyards, basements, garages and barns, meeting quirky characters and hearing their amazing stories. If you think the antique business is all about upscale boutiques and buttoned-up dealers, this show may change your mind--and teach you a thing or two about American history along the way.
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History to Premiere Two-Part Special SUPERHEROES DECODED Beg. 4/30
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2017
HISTORY® reveals the surprising true beginnings of America's legendary superhero characters in a new, two-part documentary special, SUPERHEROES DECODED, premiering Sunday, April 30 and Monday, May 1 at 9PM ET/PT....
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2017
HISTORY® reveals the surprising true beginnings of America's legendary superhero characters in a new, two-part documentary special, SUPERHEROES DECODED, premiering Sunday, April 30 and Monday, May 1 at 9PM ET/PT....
History to Premiere New Limited Series JFK DECLASSIFIED: TRACKING OSWALD, Today
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2017
HISTORY's new six-part nonfiction series JFK DECLASSIFIED: TRACKING OSWALD follows former CIA agent, Bob Baer and former LAPD police lieutenant, Adam Bercovici, on their independent global investigation into Oswald, and the murder of JFK, asking the questions: did he have accomplices, and if so, who...
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2017
HISTORY's new six-part nonfiction series JFK DECLASSIFIED: TRACKING OSWALD follows former CIA agent, Bob Baer and former LAPD police lieutenant, Adam Bercovici, on their independent global investigation into Oswald, and the murder of JFK, asking the questions: did he have accomplices, and if so, who...
History to Premiere Two-Part Special SUPERHEROES DECODED Beg. 4/30
by Caryn Robbins - April 19, 2017
HISTORY® reveals the surprising true beginnings of America's legendary superhero characters in a new, two-part documentary special, SUPERHEROES DECODED, premiering Sunday, April 30 and Monday, May 1 at 9PM ET/PT....
by Caryn Robbins - April 19, 2017
HISTORY® reveals the surprising true beginnings of America's legendary superhero characters in a new, two-part documentary special, SUPERHEROES DECODED, premiering Sunday, April 30 and Monday, May 1 at 9PM ET/PT....
History to Premiere New Limited Series JFK DECLASSIFIED: TRACKING OSWALD, 4/25
by Caryn Robbins - April 17, 2017
HISTORY's new six-part nonfiction series JFK DECLASSIFIED: TRACKING OSWALD follows former CIA agent, Bob Baer and former LAPD police lieutenant, Adam Bercovici, on their independent global investigation into Oswald, and the murder of JFK, asking the questions: did he have accomplices, and if so, who...
by Caryn Robbins - April 17, 2017
HISTORY's new six-part nonfiction series JFK DECLASSIFIED: TRACKING OSWALD follows former CIA agent, Bob Baer and former LAPD police lieutenant, Adam Bercovici, on their independent global investigation into Oswald, and the murder of JFK, asking the questions: did he have accomplices, and if so, who...
History to Premiere New Unscripted Series ROAD HAUKS, Today
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2017
Taking inspiration from iconic American designs, HISTORY's new unscripted series ROAD HAUKS follows the creation of custom off-road vehicles that pay homage to the past while still maintaining a modern, rugged look....
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2017
Taking inspiration from iconic American designs, HISTORY's new unscripted series ROAD HAUKS follows the creation of custom off-road vehicles that pay homage to the past while still maintaining a modern, rugged look....
History to Premiere New Unscripted Series ROAD HAUKS, 4/8
by Caryn Robbins - March 23, 2017
Taking inspiration from iconic American designs, HISTORY's new unscripted series ROAD HAUKS follows the creation of custom off-road vehicles that pay homage to the past while still maintaining a modern, rugged look....
by Caryn Robbins - March 23, 2017
Taking inspiration from iconic American designs, HISTORY's new unscripted series ROAD HAUKS follows the creation of custom off-road vehicles that pay homage to the past while still maintaining a modern, rugged look....
History to Explore Defining Moments in U.S. History in New Anthology Series THE COMMANDERS
by Caryn Robbins - March 22, 2017
HISTORY(R) is developing a new annual scripted television event, THE COMMANDERS, dramatizing pivotal moments in U.S. history that defined the men who served as the most powerful person in the nation, the President of the United States,...
by Caryn Robbins - March 22, 2017
HISTORY(R) is developing a new annual scripted television event, THE COMMANDERS, dramatizing pivotal moments in U.S. history that defined the men who served as the most powerful person in the nation, the President of the United States,...
Season Finale of History's THE CURSE OF OAK ISLAND Delivers Series High
by Caryn Robbins - February 24, 2017
The Season Four finale of HISTORY's hit unscripted series THE CURSE OF OAK ISLAND reached series highs with 3.8 million Total Viewers and 1.6 million Adults 25-54 on Tuesday night, according to Nielsen Media Research...
by Caryn Robbins - February 24, 2017
The Season Four finale of HISTORY's hit unscripted series THE CURSE OF OAK ISLAND reached series highs with 3.8 million Total Viewers and 1.6 million Adults 25-54 on Tuesday night, according to Nielsen Media Research...
History to Premiere New Unscripted Series DETROIT STEEL, Today
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2017
HISTORY's(R) new unscripted series DETROIT STEEL celebrates the Motor City's automotive legacy by creating rare, custom rides that mix Detroit's celebrated past and its evolving future....
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2017
HISTORY's(R) new unscripted series DETROIT STEEL celebrates the Motor City's automotive legacy by creating rare, custom rides that mix Detroit's celebrated past and its evolving future....
History Teams with Travis Fimmel for Scripted Anthology Series on Legendary Anti-Heroes
by Caryn Robbins - January 20, 2017
Less than a month after his portrayal of Ragnar met his fate on the hit series 'Vikings,' HISTORY is re-teaming with Travis Fimmel to develop a scripted anthology series that tells the stories of Wyatt Earp and other iconic sinners and anti-heroes throughout history....
by Caryn Robbins - January 20, 2017
Less than a month after his portrayal of Ragnar met his fate on the hit series 'Vikings,' HISTORY is re-teaming with Travis Fimmel to develop a scripted anthology series that tells the stories of Wyatt Earp and other iconic sinners and anti-heroes throughout history....
History's Scripted Military Drama Series SIX Premieres to 2.6 Million Total Viewers
by Caryn Robbins - January 20, 2017
HISTORY's scripted military drama series SIX premiered to a combined 2.6 million total viewers across HISTORY, A&E and LMN, according to Nielsen Fast Nationals...
by Caryn Robbins - January 20, 2017
HISTORY's scripted military drama series SIX premiered to a combined 2.6 million total viewers across HISTORY, A&E and LMN, according to Nielsen Fast Nationals...
Toronto Blue Jay Josh Donaldson to Appear In HISTORY's Drama Series VIKINGS Today
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2017
Toronto Blue Jay third baseman Josh Donaldson, the2015 American League MVP, will make his acting debuton next week's episode of HISTORY's hit drama series VIKINGS today, January 18 at 9 p.m. ET/PT gueststarring as Hoskuld, a Viking warrior of great skill....
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2017
Toronto Blue Jay third baseman Josh Donaldson, the2015 American League MVP, will make his acting debuton next week's episode of HISTORY's hit drama series VIKINGS today, January 18 at 9 p.m. ET/PT gueststarring as Hoskuld, a Viking warrior of great skill....
Toronto Blue Jay Josh Donaldson to Appear In HISTORY's Drama Series VIKINGS 1/18
by Caryn Robbins - January 13, 2017
Toronto Blue Jay third baseman Josh Donaldson, the2015 American League MVP, will make his acting debuton next week's episode of HISTORY's hit drama series VIKINGS on Wednesday, January 18 at 9 p.m. ET/PT gueststarring as Hoskuld, a Viking warrior of great skill....
by Caryn Robbins - January 13, 2017
Toronto Blue Jay third baseman Josh Donaldson, the2015 American League MVP, will make his acting debuton next week's episode of HISTORY's hit drama series VIKINGS on Wednesday, January 18 at 9 p.m. ET/PT gueststarring as Hoskuld, a Viking warrior of great skill....
History to Premiere New Unscripted Series DETROIT STEEL, 1/28
by Caryn Robbins - January 11, 2017
HISTORY's(R) new unscripted series DETROIT STEEL celebrates the Motor City's automotive legacy by creating rare, custom rides that mix Detroit's celebrated past and its evolving future....
by Caryn Robbins - January 11, 2017
HISTORY's(R) new unscripted series DETROIT STEEL celebrates the Motor City's automotive legacy by creating rare, custom rides that mix Detroit's celebrated past and its evolving future....
Chicago Humanities Festival Announces 2017 Springfest
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2017
This April, the Chicago Humanities Festival invites its fans to join us for a bit of spring cleaning during CHF's second annual Springfest, Stuff. Springfest/17: Stuff will feature more than 20 events taking place in and around Chicago April 28-April 30....
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2017
This April, the Chicago Humanities Festival invites its fans to join us for a bit of spring cleaning during CHF's second annual Springfest, Stuff. Springfest/17: Stuff will feature more than 20 events taking place in and around Chicago April 28-April 30....
History to Present 2-Hour Special TRANSITION OF POWER: THE PRESIDENCY, 1/8
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2017
What does it take to transition the most powerful office in the world? HISTORY(R) provides an inside look at the presidential hand-over process from election to inauguration and beyond in an original two-hour special, TRANSITION OF POWER: THE PRESIDENCY, airing Sunday, January 8 at 9pm ET/PT....
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2017
What does it take to transition the most powerful office in the world? HISTORY(R) provides an inside look at the presidential hand-over process from election to inauguration and beyond in an original two-hour special, TRANSITION OF POWER: THE PRESIDENCY, airing Sunday, January 8 at 9pm ET/PT....
History to Present 2-Hour Special TRANSITION OF POWER: THE PRESIDENCY, 1/8
by Caryn Robbins - December 27, 2016
What does it take to transition the most powerful office in the world? HISTORY(R) provides an inside look at the presidential hand-over process from election to inauguration and beyond in an original two-hour special, TRANSITION OF POWER: THE PRESIDENCY, airing Sunday, January 8 at 9pm ET/PT....
by Caryn Robbins - December 27, 2016
What does it take to transition the most powerful office in the world? HISTORY(R) provides an inside look at the presidential hand-over process from election to inauguration and beyond in an original two-hour special, TRANSITION OF POWER: THE PRESIDENCY, airing Sunday, January 8 at 9pm ET/PT....
Season Four of History's Hit Drama Series VIKINGS Returns Today
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2016
HISTORY's hit drama series VIKINGS, filled with calamity, revenge and death, continues today, November 30 at 9PM ET/PT. Led by Travis Fimmel (War Craft), the historical based drama moves to Today nights for part two of season four....
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2016
HISTORY's hit drama series VIKINGS, filled with calamity, revenge and death, continues today, November 30 at 9PM ET/PT. Led by Travis Fimmel (War Craft), the historical based drama moves to Today nights for part two of season four....
Leo DiCaprio to Executive Produce Documentary Series FRONTIERSMAN for History Channel
by Caryn Robbins - November 14, 2016
HISTORY greenlights FRONTIERSMAN, from Appian Way Productions and Stephen David Entertainment. Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Davisson are on board as executive producers along with Stephen David...
by Caryn Robbins - November 14, 2016
HISTORY greenlights FRONTIERSMAN, from Appian Way Productions and Stephen David Entertainment. Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Davisson are on board as executive producers along with Stephen David...
History to Premiere 2-Hour Documentary ISIS: RISE OF TERROR, 11/13
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2016
From a local militia run by a former criminal to a self-proclaimed state able to inspire horrific incidents around the world, ISIS: RISE OF TERROR reveals the genesis and growth of the group that has become the world's most feared terrorist organization....
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2016
From a local militia run by a former criminal to a self-proclaimed state able to inspire horrific incidents around the world, ISIS: RISE OF TERROR reveals the genesis and growth of the group that has become the world's most feared terrorist organization....
History to Premiere 2-Hour Documentary ISIS: RISE OF TERROR, 11/13
by Caryn Robbins - November 11, 2016
From a local militia run by a former criminal to a self-proclaimed state able to inspire horrific incidents around the world, ISIS: RISE OF TERROR reveals the genesis and growth of the group that has become the world's most feared terrorist organization....
by Caryn Robbins - November 11, 2016
From a local militia run by a former criminal to a self-proclaimed state able to inspire horrific incidents around the world, ISIS: RISE OF TERROR reveals the genesis and growth of the group that has become the world's most feared terrorist organization....
History Greenlights New Episodes of Hit Series FORGED IN FIRE
by Caryn Robbins - November 03, 2016
During the 10 episode third season, 'Forged in Fire' was a top five nonfiction cable series on Tuesday nights in Adults 18-49 and Adults 25-54 and garnered 1.58 million total viewers in Live +3 delivery, making it the series' most-watched season....
by Caryn Robbins - November 03, 2016
During the 10 episode third season, 'Forged in Fire' was a top five nonfiction cable series on Tuesday nights in Adults 18-49 and Adults 25-54 and garnered 1.58 million total viewers in Live +3 delivery, making it the series' most-watched season....
History to Premiere New Unscripted Series LONE STAR RESTORATION, 10/3
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2016
HISTORY(R) has teamed up with Texas based restoration expert, Brent Hull, and his company Hull Historical in a new eight episode series LONE STAR RESTORATION, premiering Monday, October 3 at 10PM ET/PT on HISTORY....
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2016
HISTORY(R) has teamed up with Texas based restoration expert, Brent Hull, and his company Hull Historical in a new eight episode series LONE STAR RESTORATION, premiering Monday, October 3 at 10PM ET/PT on HISTORY....
History to Premiere New Unscripted Series LONE STAR RESTORATION, 10/3
by Caryn Robbins - September 26, 2016
HISTORY(R) has teamed up with Texas based restoration expert, Brent Hull, and his company Hull Historical in a new eight episode series LONE STAR RESTORATION, premiering Monday, October 3 at 10PM ET/PT on HISTORY....
by Caryn Robbins - September 26, 2016
HISTORY(R) has teamed up with Texas based restoration expert, Brent Hull, and his company Hull Historical in a new eight episode series LONE STAR RESTORATION, premiering Monday, October 3 at 10PM ET/PT on HISTORY....
Season Four of History's Hit Drama Series VIKINGS Returns 11/30
by Caryn Robbins - September 14, 2016
HISTORY's hit drama series VIKINGS, filled with calamity, revenge and death, continues on Wednesday, November 30 at 9PM ET/PT. Led by Travis Fimmel (War Craft), the historical based drama moves to Wednesday nights for part two of season four....
by Caryn Robbins - September 14, 2016
HISTORY's hit drama series VIKINGS, filled with calamity, revenge and death, continues on Wednesday, November 30 at 9PM ET/PT. Led by Travis Fimmel (War Craft), the historical based drama moves to Wednesday nights for part two of season four....
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