For over 20 years WPSU has passionately produced the Our Town series, a show that captures the spirit of local communities from the perspective of the residents. Our Town provides a special opportunity for community volunteers to share their town’s unique features – profiling organizations, arts, schools, attractions, local folklore, places, history, and people. WPSU spotlights and documents the character and culture for you to share with the world!
Each show is shown as a live pledge program. Please check out our archived shows below to learn more about your community and the surrounding area!
Volunteers from the Chestnut Ridge area share stories of the local Quaker history, the lost children of the Alleghenies, Shawnee State Park, Singing Brook Farm, and more. Community pride is on full display in tales about the school district and athletics. Learn to stream on your home TV or device of your choice. Watch »
Volunteers from the Kishacoquillas (or “Big”) Valley come together to share stories of Native Americans, the Amish, the Belleville Civic Club, the Reedsville revitalization, and more. Watch on the PBS App »
Raystown Lake’s history unfolds as community members share stories of the old and new lakes. Hear locals tell tales of fun activities on the lake, the Juniata River, the Striped Bass Association, and the Allegrippis trails. Watch on the PBS App »
Clarion’s long history unfolds as community members share stories of the railroads, the Clarion River, the YMCA, The Fulmer House, and the Autumn Leaf Festival Watch on the PBS App »
Kane’s long history unfolds as community members share stories of Thomas L. Kane and the Lobo wolves. Community pride is on full display in tales about K.A.R.E. and the library, and stories of Art in the Wilds and Wildcat Park. Watch on the PBS App »
Volunteers from the Portage area share stories of coal mining and the railroads, the Portage Women’s Club and library, Summerfest, and Sanders Soda. Watch on the PBS App »
Moshannon Valley’s long history unfolds as community members share stories of coal mining and the Ally Popper. Community pride is on full display in tales about the Houtzdale Revitalization Association and ministerium. Watch on the PBS App »
Volunteers from Hollidaysburg have come together to tell storiesthat capture the heart of their community for the 104th episode in the Our Town series. Watch on the PBS App »
Volunteer storytellers from Jersey Shore share stories about some of the local community organizations such as the Lion’s Club, Grace’s Closet, and the Honor Guard. Watch on the PBS App »
Volunteers from the Bald Eagle Valley have come together to tell stories about Bald Eagle State Park and dam, Bald Eagle school district, Curtin Village, and talk about current day art, business, and community pride. Watch on the PBS App »
Volunteers from the Mount Union area came together to tell stories about the CHAMP Dance Marathon, the community toolshed, Mount Union Art Guild, Kiwanis, Center for Community Action, and so much more! Watch on the PBS App »
The 99th production in the Our Town series shares the rich history of Boalsburg, from the Pennsylvania Military Museum to the Boal Mansion, the Heritage Museum, the Blacksmith Shop, and many more. Watch on the PBS App »
Volunteer storytellers from Coudersport, PA share stories about a lumber museum, The Elliot Ness Festival, the community pool, a great flood, spontaneous combustion, and so much more. Watch on the PBS App »
Volunteer storytellers from Reynoldsville, PA share stories about the future downtown renovations, Carriage House Creations, the community pool, a giant concrete arrow, a local ghost, and so much more. Find out what makes Reynoldsville a GREAT hometown! Watch on the PBS App »
Storytellers from the Lock Haven area came together to capture stories of their community with video, photos, and memories. Watch on the PBS App »
Volunteers from the Northern Cambria area came together to capture stories of their community with video, photos, and memories. Watch »
Storytellers from the Curwensville area came together to capture stories of their community with video, photos and memories for the 92nd production in the Our Town series. Watch »
Volunteer storytellers from the Penns Valley area stories about The Grange, Old Gregg School, farms, monuments, artifacts, art, divining for graves, and so much more. Find out what makes Penns Valley a GREAT place to live. Watch »
Volunteer storytellers from Johnsonburg share stories about their bicentennial, childhood memories, the 1942 flood, their awesome veterans, the Fire Department, their young people’s talent and energy, and much more! Watch »
Volunteer storytellers from Port Allegany share stories about Fair on the Square, the exotic animal rescue farm, Port Allegany beautification, alumni football, and so much more. Watch »
Volunteer storytellers from Brookville, PA share stories about the future town square, Bill's Barn Cats, CREATE Brookville, the Pittsburgh and Shawmut Railroad history, the Red Bank Valley Trail, and so much more. Watch »
Experience a class where people say the things you aren’t supposed to say; where students participate in a quiet revolution toward cross-cultural understanding; where the philosophy is simple: conversation can change the world.
The Penn State Blue Band is one of the nation’s premier college marching bands. Follow eight freshmen hopefuls through auditions, cuts, and the grueling days of band camp to find out who has what it takes to make the band.
Pennsylvania Legends and Lore: Ghosts of the Commonwealth is the pilot episode for a series that brings to life the tales and traditions of the Commonwealth. From WPSU’s archive.
There is no experience required to become a volunteer. WPSU provides the training and equipment needed to share your story. For more information, please contact project manager Carolyn Donaldson at cld285@psu.edu.
To purchase a copy of an archived Our Town show, please visit Media sales or contact mediasales@psu.edu.
To purchase a recent program, please visit our Donate Page and select your show.
