Plot Synopsis

AN AMERICAN STORY is a short-form documentary series celebrated people from across America, revealing the inspirational stories they have to share. On Friday, September 24, 2021, the first four 7-minute episodes of AN AMERICAN STORY dropped on Magnolia:

"Minnesota: The Sign Painter": Mike Meyer took an interest in sign painting at an early age, but with the advent of vinyl, he realized he'd fallen for a dying art. He took a leap by opening his own studio and now adorns his hometown of Mazeppa, MN, with his work, one sign at a time.

"Maine: The Fireman": Andy Swift is a mechanic in Hope, Maine, who sees old fire engines as works of art. Using a combination of in-depth historical research and mechanical ingenuity, he transforms the relics into fully-functional fire engines for his community to enjoy.

"Maryland: The Builder": Contractor and attorney Shelley Halstead works with women in Baltimore to restore old homes and teach them the carpentry skills needed to save the properties.

"Wyoming: The Outfitter": Outfitter Jessie Allen has been breaking horses, guiding fishing trips and packing hunters into the Wyoming backcountry since she was a teenager. Today, Jessie uses her expert know-how to introduce other women to the wild beauty of her home state.