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Independent Lens “Seeds” — WXXI-TV

A visual exploration of Black farmers and the power of owning land across generations.

Independent Lens “Seeds” airs Monday, October 26 at 10 p.m. on WXXI-TV and streams live on the WXXI and PBS apps.

Seeds is a visual exploration of centennial farmers in the Southern U.S. This film examines the decline of generational Black farmers and the significance of owning land. Through the perspectives of three different lives, the film creates an intimate portrait of farmers and the landscapes they steward, illustrating how generations of Black family farms persevere despite enduring obstacles.

An Anthem to America — Ken Burns & Florentine Film Celebrates 50 Years — WXXI-TV

Ken Burns and the filmmaking team look back over five decades of groundbreaking documentaries. (57m 6s)

An Anthem to America — Ken Burns & Florentine Film Celebrates 50 Years airs Sunday, October 25 at 1 p.m. on WXXI-TV and streams live on the WXXI and PBS apps.

Join Ken Burns and the filmmaking team as they look back over five decades of making groundbreaking documentaries. Meet the people who create the films, explore their signature style, and discover how they bring American history to life. The film includes archival video clips from a half-century of films and interviews with Burns and many of his closest collaborators.

Great Performances “Tammy Wynette: Forever Yours” — WXXI-TV

Great Performances pays tribute to Tammy Wynette’s musical legacy.

Great Performances “Tammy Wynette: Forever Yours” airs Friday, October 23 at 9 p.m. on WXXI-TV and streams live on the WXXI and PBS apps.

Tammy Wynette’s musical success and legacy was achieved through personal grit and a determination to sing, write music, and raise herself above her humble beginnings. From Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, GREAT PERFORMANCES pays tribute to Wynette’s musical legacy, presenting a star-studded concert that includes her iconic duets with former husband George Jones. Introduced by Wynette and Jones’ daughter Georgette Jones, the concert features performances by Kimberly Perry (of The Band Perry), Terri Clark, Wynonna Judd, Katie Pruitt, War & Treaty, Carter Faith, Tami Neilson, Valerie June, Troubadour Blue, Jaci Velasquez, Gretchen Wilson, Brittney Spencer, Jamie O’Neal, The Isaacs, Kaitlin Butts, Patti Griffin, Mandy Barnett, Debby Boone, K.T. Tunstall, Lorrie Morgan and Ann Wilson (of Heart).

Following “Tammy Wynette: Forever Yours” at 10:30 p.m. stay tune for Great Performances “George Jones: Still Playin’ Possum,” which honors one of the most beloved stars in country music history with this all-star tribute concert featuring Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Wynonna, Jelly Roll, Tanya Tucker, Travis Tritt, Lorrie Morgan, Justin Moore, Trace Adkins and more.

Great Performances “George Jones: Still Playin’ Possum” repeats Saturday, October 24 at 3 p.m. followed by Great Performances “Tammy Wynette: Forever Yours” at 4:30 p.m.

WXXI’s 2026 Election Hub • WXXI News

With the general election in November, it’s time to make your voting plan now. And WXXI News is here to help answer your questions, including where to vote, how to vote, and who is running for office.

Click here to go to WXXI News Elections page.

Annie Oakley: American Experience — WXXI-TV

As the star attraction of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show, Annie Oakley thrilled audiences around the world with her shooting feats.

Annie Oakley: American Experience airs Tuesday, October 20 at 9 p.m. on WXXI-TV and streams live on the WXXI and PBS apps.

She was the toast of Victorian London, New York, and Paris. She was “adopted” by Indian chief Sitting Bull, charmed the Prince of Prussia, and entertained the likes of Oscar Wilde and Queen Victoria. Annie Oakley excelled in a man’s world by doing what she loved, and won fame and fortune as the little lady from Ohio who never missed a shot.

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Haudenosaunee Resources for the Classroom

Learn about the indigenous people of the New York State area. The Haudenosaunee, also known as the Six Nations, have lived in the Finger Lakes Region and across New York State. Explore how their example of governance, women’s rights, culture, and agricultural lifestyle impacted the US culture and the formation of US government.

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Molly, Trini, and Vera are excited to plant the community garden with Auntie Midge’s Wampanoag friend, Gertie, but the girls keep quarreling and can’t get anything done! They learn about the Three Sisters story from the Haudenosaunee, People of the Longhouse about working together to find success. /After discovering that Grandpa Nat doesn’t celebrate Thanksgiving, Molly, Tooey, and Trini learn about the history of the holiday. Motivated to help, the kids work to create a feast that honors the people who came before them.

Online Resources from Ganondagan State Historic Site: https://www.ganondagan.org/resources including stories, cultural information, virtual field trips, and videos.

Ganondagan State Historic Site located in Victor, NY is a National Historic Landmark, the only New York State Historic Site dedicated to a Native American theme (1987), and the only Seneca town developed and interpreted in the United States. Spanning almost 600 acres, Ganondagan (ga·NON·da·gan) is the original site of a 17th century Seneca town, that existed there peacefully more than 350 years ago. The culture, art, agriculture, and government of the Seneca people influenced our modern understanding of equality, democratic government, women’s rights, ecology and natural foods.

Ganondagan’s full-size, Seneca Bark Longhouse (1998) is fully furnished to reflect a typical Seneca family from the late 1600’s, complete with reproductions of 17th century Seneca objects and colonial-era trade goods.

The Seneca Art & Culture Center (2015) at Ganondagan State Historic Site is a 17,300-square-foot center that tells the story of Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) contributions to art, culture, and society. Designed to fit into the natural landscape, the center features an interactive, multi-media Exhibit Gallery, including a changing exhibit space, Orientation Theater (featuring the Iroquois Creation Story film), auditorium, and gift shop.

The grounds surrounding the center include two signed interpretive trails that educate visitors about the significance of plant life, Haudenosaunee culture and history. A third trail just a mile away from the center, interprets the history and the importance of Fort Hill, a large palisaded granary.

Listen to “Connections on the Road:” Mental health on campus • On Demand

How are colleges and universities in our region responding to growing concerns about student mental health? Watch the live panel discussion here.

“Connections with Evan Dawson” went on the road to The Little Theatre for a live broadcast about student mental health on Thursday, October 22. The issue is a growing concern, leading higher education institutions to establish new programs, services, and — in some cases — new grading and evaluation criteria to address students’ needs. WXXI has gathered data from more than 20 colleges and universities in the Rochester and Finger Lakes region related to how they are supporting students. Our panelists discussed what works, where they see gaps in the system, and we hear one student’s story.