Pioneer PBS

Pioneer PBS Established in 1966, Pioneer PBS is an award-winning, viewer-supported television station dedicated to sharing local stories of the region with the world.
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Pioneer PBS is an award-winning, viewer-supported public television station dedicated to sharing local stories of the region with the world. Pioneer PBS is a Non-Profit 501(c)(3) regional public television network in Minnesota, primarily serving the southwest and west-central portions of the state Minnesota, northwestern Iowa, eastern South Dakota, southwestern North Dakota and beyond. For more th

an 52 years, Pioneer PBS has served its rural audience through a mix of local and national programs rich in cultural heritage, diversity and educational opportunities. Pioneer PBS is currently based in Granite Falls, Minnesota. It's original operations, based in Western Minnesota: KWCM-Appleton, Minnesota, began in February of 1966, doing business as West Central Minnesota Educational Television Company. Now, operations also run in KSMN-Worthington and K08QE-D Fergus Falls together with Appleton and Granite Falls. Want to support this program visit: https://tinyurl.com/Support-Pioneer-PBS

See how the babies learn to understand their surroundings in their first three months.
06/07/2026

See how the babies learn to understand their surroundings in their first three months.

See how the babies learn to understand their surroundings in their first three months.

Help students connect the dots between migration, identity, and culture by guiding them through powerful stories of Afri...
06/07/2026

Help students connect the dots between migration, identity, and culture by guiding them through powerful stories of African and Caribbean journeys to the U.S. in the 20th and 21st centuries. These ready-to-use activities make it easy to lead thoughtful discussions and explorations, from music to immigration policy. (Grades: 6-12)

Learn the story of the mass migrations of Africans and Caribbeans to America in the 20th and 21st centuries. Like all immigrants, Africans and Caribbeans come to the United States in search of a better life for themselves and their families, to escape persecution or limitations, and to seize the opp...

Cut out the tangram shapes and then try to complete the challenges.
06/06/2026

Cut out the tangram shapes and then try to complete the challenges.

Invite students to examine how   became a pivotal moment in bringing about the end of World War II in Europe. This resou...
06/06/2026

Invite students to examine how became a pivotal moment in bringing about the end of World War II in Europe. This resource supports thoughtful analysis of one of history’s most consequential military operations. (Grades: 9-12)

On June 6, 1944, D-Day in the European Theater, 1.5 million Allied troops embarked on one of the greatest missions in history: the invasion of France. Learning Objective: Students will analyze how integral D-Day was to bringing about the end of World War II in Europe. About the Author: Eden McCausli...

Rishi Nair, Robson Green, and more cast and crew share what audiences can look forward to in the final season of Grantch...
06/05/2026

Rishi Nair, Robson Green, and more cast and crew share what audiences can look forward to in the final season of Grantchester. The eleventh season of the beloved Mystery! series will debut on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 9 p.m. on Pioneer PBS.

Rishi Nair, Robson Green and more share what audiences can look forward to in the final season.

MASTERPIECE Studio is your backstage pass to the PBS series — from Sherlock to Poldark. After the show, turn off the TV ...
06/05/2026

MASTERPIECE Studio is your backstage pass to the PBS series — from Sherlock to Poldark. After the show, turn off the TV and tune in to MASTERPIECE Studio podcast with host Jace Lacob. Listen for exclusive interviews with the cast and crew of your favorite shows. Get the history lowdown behind the people and places you see on screen, and hear revealing stories from the set.

MASTERPIECE Studio is your home for exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes stories and backstage insight for the beloved PBS series.

Use your skills to solve the hexagon challenge.
06/05/2026

Use your skills to solve the hexagon challenge.

Big questions can come up when scary things happen — the Meet the Helper toolkit helps you guide those conversations wit...
06/05/2026

Big questions can come up when scary things happen — the Meet the Helper toolkit helps you guide those conversations with care and confidence. (Grades: PreK-2)

Many children have questions and can feel uneasy when emergencies occur in their communities. Meet the Helpers introduces “helpers” and explains the role they play in emergency situations. Included are videos and hands-on activities that provide educators and families with developmentally approp...

Tune in to Pioneer PBS this evening, Thursday, June 4, at 7 and 7:30 p.m. to rewatch local programming, beginning with t...
06/04/2026

Tune in to Pioneer PBS this evening, Thursday, June 4, at 7 and 7:30 p.m. to rewatch local programming, beginning with the latest season of Postcards from the top and continuing with season 39 of PY&G midway through.

📬 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀: 𝑪𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒂 𝑶𝒓𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒂, 𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝑳𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒐𝒏 𝑭𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝑪𝒐-𝑶𝒑, 𝑯𝒆𝒍𝒑 𝑻𝒖𝒄𝒌 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒎 𝑰𝒏
In Willmar, illustrator Catarina Orellana digitally paints book covers. The New London Food Co-op offers high quality, responsibly sourced groceries. A volunteer organization in Tracy provides beds for children in need.

🫐 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗬𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻: 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑯𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒚𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒓𝒚 𝑭𝒂𝒓𝒎 - 𝑩𝒂𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒚
Honeyberries can, in fact, thrive in Minnesota and the Upper Midwest. Bernis Ingvalson confirms this at her farm, Honeyberry USA near Bagley.

MASTERPIECE has been around since 1971. As one of the most popular drama series in TV history, MASTERPIECE brings you th...
06/04/2026

MASTERPIECE has been around since 1971. As one of the most popular drama series in TV history, MASTERPIECE brings you the best of British drama, including period dramas, mysteries and more. Stream the best of it here: pbs.org/franchise/masterpiece/

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1 Pioneer Drive
Granite Falls, MN
56241

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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+18007263178

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