Black History Month on WQED

WQED broadcasts local and national programming created by and about African-Americans year-round, engaging viewers in an exploration of Black History.
Freedom House Ambulance

In 1967, Pittsburgh's inner city produced America’s first EMT service. Comprised solely of Black men and women recruited from the city’s Hill District neighborhood, these paramedics became trailblazers in providing pre-hospital and CPR care.
Change to WQED's Schedule

Starting Monday, February 6, we’re making some changes to our daytime schedule in order to bring you MORE of your favorite nature, history and drama shows! It’s primetime on YOUR time, weekday afternoons from 2pm-6pm!
Chantal Braziel

Chantal Braziel is a classically-trained soprano from Pittsburgh, PA. Her passion for music has allowed her to learn and perform in some of the world's greatest opera houses.
The 2023 Writers Contest is open!

The 2023 "Write My Future" Writers Contest IS OPEN! The deadline to enter will be March 31st 2023. Children use their imagination to inspire a story where they are the star and write about where they see themselves in the future.