WNMU-TV PBS is inviting the community to an evening of history and conversation with a special preview screening of The American Revolution, the newest documentary series from filmmaker Ken Burns. The event takes place on Wednesday, November 5 at 7 p.m. in the Northern Center Ballrooms on the campus of Northern Michigan University.
Bob Thomson, WNMU-TV Broadcast and Production Manager, says the event represents a collaborative effort between the station and NMU faculty, offering both an educational opportunity and a preview of one of Burns’ most ambitious projects to date. The 12-hour series, airing over six consecutive nights beginning November 16 on WNMU-TV, traces the nation’s founding struggle and the fight for independence through the voices and writings of figures such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Alexander Hamilton.
Check out an Inside Look of Ken Burns' "The American Revolution:"
Attendees will see a 45-minute highlight reel provided by PBS, offering glimpses into the full production’s scope—from key battles to the broader social and political forces that shaped the Revolution. Following the screening, a panel discussion moderated by Jim Koski will feature NMU faculty members Carter Wilson (Political Science), Emily Romeo (History), and Justin Schapp (Office of Opportunity, Empowerment, and People), providing historical insights and audience interaction.
Public Radio 90's Kurt Hauswirth spoke with Thomson about the upcoming event:
Thomson hopes the evening encourages viewers to tune in for the full broadcast later in November and to reflect on how public media can deepen civic understanding through programs like this. The event is free and open to the public.
For more information, contact WNMU-TV at (906) 227-9668 or at wnmutv.nmu.edu.
