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Fur and Feathers, The Art of Gary Parisi

This exhibit will be available for viewing Sunday, May 4, through Thursday, May 29, at WKNO Digital Media Center.

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month this May with programs that highlight the stories, culture, and voices of the region.

Next on WKNO

Insect Apocalypse | Bugs That Rule the World

Wednesday, May 7 at 9:00 p.m.

NEW SERIES PREMIERE!
Scientists and enthusiasts reveal the crucial roles bugs play on the planet and what the future would be without them.

Shine on: The Tom Lee Story

Friday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 11 at 12:00 p.m.

This short film evokes the humanity of the man, Tom Lee, hero of the M.E. Norman disaster of 1925.

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WKNO Local Programs
The Rolling Fork Tornado: Destruction and Revival

Follows the aftermath of a 2023 tornado that nearly destroyed the town of Rolling Fork, Mississippi.

Fathers First: The Weight & The Reward

Host Chima Onwuka leads a discussion with men who are the primary caregiver in their household.

I AM: Breaking the Silence on Mental Health

"I AM" tackles the issue of mental health in the African-American community.

PBS and WKNO will air programs and specials about America's history leading up to the 250th anniversary of the country's founding in 2026.

"The American Revolution," a film by Ken Burns, is set to premiere in November 2025 as part of PBS America @ 250.

Lastest in PBS Programming

MONTH OF MAY

Mental Health Awareness Month | PBS Programs & Resources

May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness, fight stigma, and encourage conversations about mental well-being. Taking care of your mental health is just as important as caring for your physical health. Whether you're facing stress, anxiety, depression, or simply need someone to talk to, help is available — you're not alone.

Miss Austen
Episode 1

Why is Cassandra Austen determined to find the letters her sister Jane wrote to her friend Eliza?

Pati Jinich Explores Panamericana
Alaska - Wild Harvest

Pati travels from the northernmost place in the U.S. to the remote island community of Halibut Cove.

NOVA
Critical Condition: Health in Black America

After centuries of pseudoscience, researchers examine the causes of racial health disparities.

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WKNO's Teacher Teacher, the Southern Queen of fun and learning, is a whimsical character created from the heart and soul of Felicia Peat, WKNO's Education & Outreach Manager.

 

You may request her to read a book, tell a story, demonstrate an engaging science experiment, or just walk around and take pictures and give hugs to your students and families. One thing you can be sure of — she will surely share her love of learning with them all.

How to Compare Numbers Using the UNO Game | Math Minutes
Understanding Pressure | Silly Science
What is a Flat Surface? | Math Minutes
How Do Kites Fly? | Silly Science