From Sea to Shining Sea: Katharine Lee Bates and the Story of America the Beautiful
2025|37 min|Documentary
THE STORY
"America the Beautiful" may be America's most beloved song. It has been sung at inaugurations, demonstrations and sporting events, in a variety of musical styles. It celebrates the country's natural beauty and makes a powerful appeal for justice, brotherhood and inclusion. But few know about the fascinating life of author and Wellesley College professor Katharine Lee Bates, the woman who wrote it.
THE STORY
"America the Beautiful" may be America's most beloved song. It has been sung at inaugurations, demonstrations and sporting events, in a variety of musical styles. It celebrates the country's natural beauty and makes a powerful appeal for justice, brotherhood and inclusion. But few know about the fascinating life of author and Wellesley College professor Katharine Lee Bates, the woman who wrote it.
CAST & CREW
Cast
Kate Udall
Director
John de Graaf
INFORMATION
Production company
MVD
Genre
Documentary
Released
2025
Age rating
PG
LANGUAGES
Audio
English
Subtitles
None