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Who We Are

Our Mission

We provide transformational experiences and trusted content to educate, inform, entertain and inspire the people of North Carolina.

Our Vision

We spark lifelong curiosity and wonder, empower communities and enrich the lives of all North Carolinians.

Our Values

We start with trust and move forward creatively and collaboratively with purpose, imagination and open minds. 

PBS North Carolina staff and volunteers at a 2019 event
PBS North Carolina staff and volunteers at a station event in 2019.

Our Story

For more than seven decades, PBS North Carolina has educated, entertained and evolved—from B&W screens in homes to glowing screens with streaming content everywhere. 

We’re an innovative multimedia platform, embodying everything you love about PBS and connecting North Carolinians to their communities and the world at large.

As your statewide public media network, we harness the power of the UNC System to:

  • Spark lifelong curiosity and wonder,
  • Share trusted PBS news, programming and resources,
  • Engage with complex local and national issues,
  • Offer opportunities for lifelong learning,
  • Raise the level of discourse around science, arts and humanities,
  • Inform communities in times of crisis,
  • Celebrate our state’s people, stories and culture.
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Celebrating 70 Years

PBS North Carolina is celebrating 70 years!

On January 8, 2025, PBS North Carolina marked a special milestone by celebrating 70 years. Since it first went on the air on January 8, 1955, PBS North Carolina has grown and evolved to meet the needs of all North Carolinians through its dynamic storytelling, valuable educational resources, engaging community events and powerful emergency management partnerships. None of this is possible without the support of our members and donors. Together, we’ll continue to serve and empower our state’s vibrant communities with content, resources and services that uplift and inspire. 

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Our Impact

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A square image with a red background. In white text: Proud to be the 3rd largest PBS Member Station in the U.S.
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Rootle 13 million PBS kids streams annually by NC households.
3,100+ hours of local programs about NC.
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PBS North Carolina's 2024 Impact Report

Our Original Productions

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We create compelling original productions that reflect the rich diversity of North Carolina and its communities. From programs about travel, culture, public affairs, science, nature and the arts to innovative digital series and illuminating documentaries, we celebrate our state’s people and culture in thoughtful and surprising ways.

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Our Commitment to Education

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With the support of our partners, we develop award-winning programs and resources that offer lifelong learning opportunities for all North Carolinians. Whether you want to participate in a workshop, attend a community event, learn about our collaborations with community partners or discover our many local and national programs, PBS North Carolina Education is the place for you.

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What’s New at PBS North Carolina