Austin PBS
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Community supported non-profit inspiring Austin through programs and events encouraging exploration, creativity and understanding.
🚨 THE TIME TO ACT IS NOW 🚨 The Senate votes THIS WEEK on the proposal to take back critical funding and we need YOU! Call/Email your Senators today to protect public media and to remove the proposal which puts vital educational resources and life-saving information at risk 👉…
In Texas, camps are sacred — a quintessential part of growing up. From Camp Mystic, Heart O’ the Hills, Camp Waldemar and more, summers in the Hill Country have served as a safe space for generations of Texas families, especially for generations of young women. We asked camp…
Disaster relief organizations have deployed to the Texas Hill Country to help those affected. Here are some ways you can help. l8r.it/Kc6Q
We’re thinking of all our friends in Texas. ♥️ As you navigate this difficult time, please know you’re not alone. We are here to support you and your family as you rebuild a sense of safety and comfort. For resources to support children through emergencies, visit:…
Our hearts go out to all of those affected by the devastating flood in Kerr County. See the info below from the Decibel team for links on weather updates, assistance, and ways to help. Stay safe neighbors❤️




There’s nothing more American than PBS. As early as the week of July 7, the Senate could consider legislation that threatens the future of Austin PBS and other local public media stations nationwide. Senators have the power to change it. 📞: Visit ProtectMyPublicMedia.org to see…
As the summer solstice ushers in new beginnings, Barcelona’s vibrant music scene comes alive. Steph is guided by local musicians to explore the origins of Rumba Catalan, a genre shaped by diverse migrant sounds from Andalusia, the Caribbean, and Northern Africa. Don't miss an…
Join the @TXSciNatHisMus for Dinosaur Day and step into a world of prehistoric fun at the brand-new Discovery Center!🦕 🦴 Meet a real paleontologist and have your fossils identified on the spot 🦖 Check out the 33-foot cast of a tyrannosaur skeleton 🛍️ Get 20% off dinosaur…

On this week’s Austin InSight, Democratic state representative @jamestalarico confirms he is seriously considering running for the senate seat currently held by Republican John Cornyn. Hear from Rep. Talarico on his future and other issues in Texas in an in-depth interview…
This is a fun interview I did with journalist @evanasmith , on his PBS television show @overheardpbs . Click the link to give it a listen. pbs.org/video/christop…
I can’t imagine Austin without @AustinPBS. Try to imagine Austin without Austin City Limits— the country’s longest-running music series in American television. And it couldn’t have been produced without the support from public media. We need to ensure that Austin PBS continues…
Austin is known as the live music capital of the world, yet, its soul remains rooted in local musical pioneers who shaped its identity. In this episode, Stephanie Hunt explores Austin's creativity and reflects on the artists and moments that made Austin a City of Songs. Don’t…
Music is a universal language that connects us all. Follow Austin musician and actress, Stephanie Hunt on a journey across the globe to uncover the stories and sounds behind the world’s most iconic music scenes. 📲 Stream ‘City of Songs” for free until Aug 18th, on the PBS App!
This #Juneteenth, follow three friends as they embark on a 350-mile cycling route from the Texas Capitol in Austin to the site where Juneteenth began in 1865. The journey takes viewers back through centuries of Black history in Texas. Tune in for Black History Bike Ride's "The…
Dino Week stomps onto your screen starting tonight at 7PM on Austin PBS!🦖 🌋 Travel through time with the premiere of Walking with Dinosaurs 🔎 Explore prehistoric puzzles with NOVA, Secrets of the Dead, and Eons Tune in tonight and Experience the power, the mystery, and the…
Explore parenting from the father's perspective as host Joseph Gidjunis embarks on a deeply personal journey—determined to be a more present and engaged father than his own. Seeking guidance from experts and fellow dads on the challenges of parenting today. Grown Up Dad, is…
Huge thanks to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable evening with @KenBurns, @sbotstein & Jane Kamensky! In partnership with @austinpbs, we got a first look at THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION—a powerful new doc that brings our nation’s founding to life. 📷 flic.kr/s/aHBqjCh246
The City of Austin has proclaimed June 9 as Austin PBS Day We’re honored to be recognized for 60+ years of educational, cultural, and community impact — and it’s all thanks to you. 💙 Let’s celebrate public media that connects and uplifts Central Texas — and most importantly,…


Austin PBS is more than free television programming. It’s training workshops for teachers, free community events, and an outpouring of resources for families and kids. Our neighborhood spans across Central Texas and we’re relying on y’all now more than ever to help us continue…



It only takes 30 seconds to make your voice heard to protect public media. Visit protectmypublicmedia.org to take action today! ℹ️ For more info and FAQs, head to AustinPBS.org