American Experience

Description

"American Experience" combines dramatic re-enactments with commentary by historians and authors to present an absorbing look at the personalities, events and resources that have had a profound impact on the shaping of America's past and present. Many of the program's documentaries have received major honors in the broadcasting community, including Emmy, Peabodys and duPont-Columbia University awards.

Upcoming Episodes

• Chasing the Moon: Earthrise

  Exploring four dangerous years in the history of the space race, from 1964-1968, including the Apollo 1 and Apollo 8 missions. (120 minutes)

  Schedule	Channel	Audio	HD
  Thursday, Aug. 06, 2026 @ 9:00PM ET	WNIT HDTV 34.1	Stereo	HD

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• Chasing the Moon: Magnificent Desolation

  The years 1969-1970 take Americans to the moon and back; what happens to scientific and engineering programs after national goals are achieved. (120 minutes)

  Schedule	Channel	Audio	HD
  Friday, Aug. 07, 2026 @ 9:00PM ET	WNIT HDTV 34.1	Stereo	HD
  Saturday, Aug. 08, 2026 @ 01:00AM ET	WNIT HDTV 34.1	Stereo	HD
  Monday, Aug. 10, 2026 @ 03:00AM ET	WNIT HDTV 34.1	Stereo	HD

  See our full program schedule.

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