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The Missouri Mural

Thomas Hart Benton was commissioned to paint a mural depicting the social history of Missouri. Located in the Missouri state capitol, the honest and sometimes dark depictions of Missouri’s history resulted in some controversy.
Clip Length 05:11 Premiere: 05/02/17

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Thomas Hart Benton
S1 E1 Length 1:26:53 Premiere Date 11/01/89

Painting America
Clip Length 02:07 Premiere Date 05/02/17

Benton's Early Years
Clip Length 03:13 Premiere Date 05/02/17

The Missouri Mural
Clip Length 05:11 Premiere Date 05/02/17

Earl Bennent: Benton's Work
Clip Length 00:44 Premiere Date 01/06/12

Dan James: Benton's Persona
Clip Length 00:40 Premiere Date 01/06/12

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