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Special Programming

WETA broadcasts television programs of special interest on the following dates.

 

Black History Month

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February

WETA Television celebrates Black History Month with programs that highlight the rich culture and history of African Americans. Find out about the compelling television programs and independent films that air this month, download a brochure, watch videos online, and see a list of community resources.
Go to Black History Month page »

Holocaust Remembrance Day

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April 11

WETA commemorates Holocaust Remembrance Day with television programs throughout the week.
Go to Holocaust Remembrance Day page »

Earth Day

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April 22

WETA commemorates Earth Day with television programs throughout the week on TV 26 and WETA HD, with nature-themed music on Classical WETA 90.9 FM and VivaLaVoce, and online.
Go to Earth Day page »

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

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May

WETA Television celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with television programs that highlight the culture and history of Asian Americans.
Go to Asian Pacific American Heritage Month page »

Gay & Lesbian Pride Month

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June

WETA Television celebrates Gay & Lesbian Pride Month with an array of biographical, historical and issues-based films pertaining to the gay and lesbian experience in America.
Go to Gay and Lesbian Pride Month page »

Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month

September

WETA Television celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of programs on the Latino experience past and present, including a host of independent films exploring Latino culture and heritage — and examining contemporary social and economic issues of relevance to the Latino community.
Go to Hispanic Heritage Month page »