PBS North

11/28/2025

Step inside a space where the noise of body expectations disappears. In this episode of Northern Balance on PBS North, we explore the equalizing culture of the Nordic sauna, where people of all shapes and sizes gather without judgment and reconnect with themselves and each other.

11/28/2025

Get a first-hand look at this year's holiday candlelight tour at Duluth's Glensheen Mansion, with the theme "Joy to the World."

11/28/2025

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11/27/2025

Today, as we gather with friends and family, we are incredibly thankful for the viewers and members who make PBS North possible. To kick off this season of giving, we have some huge news: We have a chance to unlock a $50,000 Challenge Grant! 🌟

From now until December 8, your support does more than ever. Help us reach our goal to unlock these essential funds that keep your favorite educational, inspiring, and local shows on the air. Let’s start this season strong. Will you be the first to help us unlock the grant?

11/26/2025

Narrated & EP'd by Oscar nominee Lily Gladstone, this film documents the Blackfoot people's profound efforts to bring wild buffalo back to their land after a century. It's a story of healing & cultural restoration.

"BRING THEM HOME" is streaming now on the PBS app!

Blackfoot tribe lead triumphant restoration of buffalo, culture & land in BRING THEM HOME.

11/26/2025

Meet Minnesota author and musician Douglas Wood as he joins The North's Christine Dean during a recent episode of Live from Studio A.

11/24/2025

The sweet science of boxing is inspiring a community of kids to get involved in the ring. Travel to Sawyer, MN and go a couple of rounds on this edition of The Slice.

11/22/2025

Did you know descendants of Revolutionary War participants played a role in shaping early Minnesota? 🧐

Dive into the maps, the treaties, and the changing prairie landscape in the new documentary Minnesota and the American Story: 250 Years. It’s a reflection on where we've been and where we're going.

Now streaming

This new documentary marks the nation’s semiquincentennial by exploring Minnesota’s place...

11/21/2025

Bentleyville USA founder Nathan Bentley shares what's new this year at the nationally-acclaimed outdoor holiday lights display at Duluth's Bayfront Festival Park. The 2025 edition runs from Nov. 22 through Dec. 27.

11/20/2025

In this episode of Northern Balance on PBS North, Dr KenKnight discusses the importance of concussion awareness and shares some valuable insight on the matter.

11/19/2025

Native plant expert Dan Schutte goes over some basic design principles for native garden design.

11/18/2025

Ever wondered what Revolutionary War food tasted like? 🤢 Our friends at PBS SoCal sat down with the one and only Ken Burns to find out! Ken tries everything from George Washington's favorite "Onions Brazilian Style" to a cost-effective cornmeal treat favored by Martha Washington.
Watch as Ken and Bennett Rea from explore history through its cuisine! 🍴