Native American Archives

Learn about Native American heritage with PBS resources for all ages

November 12, 2024

Native American Heritage Month celebrates the diverse cultures, contributions and histories of Native American and Alaska Native nations. It’s a…

6 must-watch clips to celebrate Native American Heritage Month

October 31, 2023

November is Native American Heritage Month, a celebration of Indigenous cultures that began as a week-long celebration in 1986. Every…

Honoring Indigenous Peoples Day with PBS Wisconsin

October 6, 2023

Oct. 9, 2023, will mark Wisconsin’s fifth year commemorating Indigenous Peoples Day. Wisconsin is home to 12 sovereign Native American…

New seasons alert! ‘World on Fire,’ ‘Wisconsin Life,’ ‘Native America’ and more premieres in October

September 21, 2023

The storylines continue this October on PBS Wisconsin’s primetime dramas, concerts and historical series. Wisconsin Life Premieres 7 p.m. Thursday,…

Explore Great Lakes First Nations with PBS Wisconsin Education’s updated ‘The Ways’ collection

September 11, 2023

PBS Wisconsin Education has updated its free collection of First Nations stories, The Ways, for educators seeking standards-aligned, Wisconsin-focused educational…

Q&A: Biskakone Greg Johnson, ‘Craft in America: Home’

November 11, 2022

The idea of home has taken on heightened importance in recent years. Craft in America’s new episode embraces its many…

‘Bring Her Home’ film highlights Native women’s stories of healing and hope

March 14, 2022

The new, Minnesota-based documentary Bring Her Home tells the story of Indigenous women fighting to vindicate and honor their missing…

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day Oct. 11

October 8, 2021

The second Monday in October is Indigenous Peoples Day in Wisconsin, a day recognizing the earliest inhabitants of our region….

Alyssa Beno

I am the editor of Airwaves, our monthly program guide for members. When I’m not highlighting our incredible programs, I’m pedaling the countryside, hiking at a state park, making soy candles, thrift shopping or hanging out with my husband and miniature schnauzer.

Andrew Carlson

As a community engagement manager for PBS Wisconsin, I create lasting relationships with communities around the state, connecting folks through our programming, outreach, and events. Outside of work, I love hiking with my partner, traveling, making music, and meeting friends old and new.

Becky Marburger

As a member of our Marketing and Communications team, I help share PBS Wisconsin's story, including the content we produce and opportunities we provide. Outside the office, you'll likely find me with my nose in a book, outdoors or farming!

Erik Ernst

I'm the Communications Associate Director at PBS Wisconsin. When I'm not letting people know about all of the awesome work the station is doing around the state, you'll find me planning my family's next trip to somewhere fun, warm and likely connected to a Disney Park.

Ian Lewitz

I'm a PBS Wisconsin publicist and former production assistant for the Wisconsin Life project. I enjoy exploring Wisconsin's many lakes and spending the summer months camping around the state.

Inga Witscher

Inga Witscher is a passionate Wisconsin dairy farmer, cheesemaker and host of PBS Wisconsin’s Around the Farm Table.

Luke Zahm

Luke Zahm is a James Beard-nominated chef and owner of The Driftless Cafe in Viroqua, Wisconsin. He shares his passion for discovering the stories behind the food we eat as host of Wisconsin Foodie.

Marci Glaus

I am the education communications manager for PBS Wisconsin Education. When I am not raving about our outstanding education resources, you can find me dancing, reading, playing, and exploring with my two young children while trying to stay awake past nine o’clock.

Mike Devine

I’m a Public Relations Specialist for PBS Wisconsin who enjoys promoting the wide range of programming that we offer. When I’m not sharing the stories of PBS Wisconsin content, I enjoy going to concerts, watching movies, reading and traveling (Always open to recommendations for my next destination!).

Mark Riechers

Mark is a digital content editor for PBS Wisconsin. A photographer, radio producer and writer, he has experience telling stories from everything from a history of Milwaukee beer ads to processing death through game development.

Pete Schwaba

Pete Schwaba is a stand-up comedian, writer, director and host of "Director's Cut" on PBS Wisconsin. His writing and directing credits include “A Guy Thing” and “The Godfather of Green Bay.” Pete’s TV writing credits include “Are you Smarter than a 5th Grader?” as Jeff Foxworthy’s writer/producer and the sports comedy show “Sports Soup.” Pete is married with two children and splits time between Los Angeles and the Midwest.

Samantha Nash

I’m a project manager at PBS Wisconsin, and formerly an associate editor at WisContext. When I’m not scouring the state for fun music and arts content, I’m usually being forced to go on a hike by my demanding border collie or being forced to read on the couch by my demanding cats.

Sigrid Peterson

I'm a digital producer at PBS Wisconsin. I make our digital shenanigans compelling, friendly, and interactive so viewers can access great PBS programming over the air, on the web, on a boat, in a moat, in a box, with a fox. . . you catch my drift.

Tara Lovdahl

As a publicist for PBS Wisconsin, I love helping people learn about and engage with our wonderful programs. I also enjoy bicycling, baking, playing board games and watching movies (especially musicals).

Tawny Morrison

As the education communications specialist for PBS Wisconsin Education, I get to support teachers by sharing incredible education resources with them. In my free time I do a lot of teaching and learning of my own – with a pair of escrima sticks in my hands at a martial arts gym.