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The Other Side of the Mirror

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Explore the hidden history of San Antonio's founding with "Al Otro Lado del Espejo" or "The Other side of the Mirror." 

This four-part documentary focuses on the founding of the Missions, the blended culture and identity of our unique region, and the art that is the result of 500 years of history between the cities of San Antonio in the North and Querétaro in the South.

The series will air at 7:30 Thursdays from Oct. 17 through Nov. 7, 2024.

Episode 1 | The Birth of San Antonio
The story of the little-known history between Querétaro, Mexico and San Antonio

Episode 2 | The Missions
How and why were San Antonio's five missions were built and who exactly built them?

Episode 3 | Blended Cultures and Identity
How the border culture we live in affects the identity of so many individuals

Episode 4 | The Art
What is Chicano art and why does it endure? The artists speak out