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Balm in Gilead

Season 2 Episode 1 | 52m 30s

The staff unites to save one of their own. A former slave turned activist arrives in town, causing a rift between Foster and Mary. The Greens are in disarray; Emma and Frank’s romance ignites and Samuel plans for a reunion with Aurelia. Aired January 22, 2017. Join the conversation #MercyStreetPBS

Aired: 01/21/17 | Expires: 02/05/17
Mercy Street was made possible by the Anne Ray Foundation, Virginia Tourism, Visit Alexandria, and public television viewers.
Extras
After Antietam, Foster and Samuel pay a visit to the Foster family plantation.
After Antietam, Foster and Samuel pay a visit to the Foster family plantation.
Lisette’s intervention leads to a family reunion. Pinkerton’s investigation causes a rift.
Lisette’s intervention leads to a family reunion. Pinkerton’s investigation causes a rift.
The cast and costume designer reveal the outfits behind the stories of Season 2.
After the battle of Chantilly, Hopkins and Emma strike out to rescue wounded soldiers.
After the battle of Chantilly, Hopkins and Emma strike out to rescue wounded soldiers.
New sparks, old flames and love triangles! The cast and creator spill the secrets.
The Greens work together to hide an ugly secret. McBurney plots to send Mary home.
The Greens work together to hide an ugly secret. McBurney plots to send Mary home.
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After Antietam, Foster and Samuel pay a visit to the Foster family plantation.
Lisette’s intervention leads to a family reunion. Pinkerton’s investigation causes a rift.
After the battle of Chantilly, Hopkins and Emma strike out to rescue wounded soldiers.
The Greens work together to hide an ugly secret. McBurney plots to send Mary home.
A house guest becomes the focus of Alice’s schemes; Mary tries to conceal her illness.
Dr. Foster uncovers a scheme and President Lincoln’s visit sets in motion a rebel plot.
The unexpected visit of a hospital inspector throws the staff into disarray.
The Green girls plot to help Tom escape. Dr. Foster guides Samuel through an operation.
Dr. Foster operates on his brother, a Confederate soldier. Tom's trauma shocks Alice.
Confederate belle Emma is overwhelmed by her friend Tom's mental state.