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America has been called the land of opportunity, the land of immigrants, and the great melting pot. Whatever you call it, it is home to rich family histories that weave national origins, religions, and cultures together. This week, PBS stations will begin airing a special series called “Faces of America” that delves into just a dozen of those rich histories. (check local listings)

Renowned historian and Harvard professor Henry Louis Gates Jr. hosts the highly-anticipated series. He builds upon the success of previous PBS series “African American Lives” and “African American Lives 2”, using tools of genealogy to explore what makes America. You will probably recognize many of the guests whose family origins Gates traces, such as comedian Stephen Colbert, actress Eva Longoria and figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi. Their stories, and nine famous faces, highlight the diverse yet shared American experiences.

We are delighted that Gates is back on PBS and that he is our guest here on Inside PBS. Gates will take your questions about the “Faces of America” this week. Leave your questions in the comments section below or via Twitter (@PBS) or via our Facebook fan page and we’ll post his answers next week.