WXXI Television

Through PBS and our own local
productions, WXXI provides viewers a stage
for the arts, a journey through nature, a glimpse
into history and a trusted window to the world. In addition, our
commercial-free kids programs prepare children for success in school and life.

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Coming up on WXXI Television

American Masters: How It Feels To Be Free
Saturday, January 23, 2021 - 4:00pm

American Masters looks at the lives of trailblazing Black female entertainers Lena Horne, Abbey Lincoln, Diahann Carroll, Nina Simone, Cicely Tyson, and Pam Grier.

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Pink Floyd Live in Venice
Saturday, January 23, 2021 - 10:00pm
on WXXI-TV

See Pink Floyd perform in Venice for the first time. 

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Create Showcase: Diane’s Greek Goodies
Sunday, January 24, 2021 - 12:00pm
on WXXI Create

My Greek Table’s Diane Kochilas explores the rich food culture at the heart of the Mediterranean diet.

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PBS Kids Programming
Monday, January 25, 2021 - 6:30am

All week long, WXXI-TV and WXXI-Kids 24/7 will air special PBS Kids programming that deals with disability issues, including episodes from Arthur, Peg + Cat and Dinosaur Train.

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Extraordinary: The Bill Atkinson Story
Monday, January 25, 2021 - 9:00pm
on WXXI-TV

This film recounts the inspiring life of Father Bill Atkinson (1946-2006), who was paralyzed as a teenager and went on to become the first quadriplegic priest in the U.S.

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Touching the Sound: The Improbable Journey of Nobuyuki Tsujii
Thursday, January 28, 2021 - 8:00pm
on WXXI-TV

This film traces the artistic development of this remarkable young musician, from an early ability to play piano by ear, to his gold medal triumph in the 2009 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, to his debut at Carnegie Hall.

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POV: Swim Team
Thursday, January 28, 2021 - 9:00pm
on WXXI-TV

When doctors told Michael and Maria McQuay that their son with autism would never be self-sufficient, the pair responded by seeking out a series of therapies and programs for him.

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WXXI-TV provides the best in local documentaries, trusted children's programs, and unparalleled entertaining and educational offerings from PBS.
WXXI World features documentary, public affairs and news programming from public television's award-winning signature series and acclaimed independent filmmakers.
WXXI Create airs cooking, travel, how-to, and lifestyle programming 24/7. It's your destination for the best in lifestyle programming.
WXXI Kids 24/7 is a TV channel and livestream dedicated to PBS KIDS programming when and where you want it.
A first-of-a-kind partnership with the City of Rochester, NY and WXXI, City 12 provides city residents with 14 hours a day of interesting, informative and entertaining new programming.