TV Channel Overview
WEDU PBS is a noncommercial public television station based in Tampa, Florida,
United States, and a PBS member station for West Central Florida. Its schedule
combines national PBS programming with locally produced public affairs,
arts, cultural, educational, and documentary content. The station also
supports educational outreach for children, families, teachers, and community
organizations across its service area.
Local production gives WEDU a distinct regional focus. Its programs examine Florida public policy, civic issues, arts and culture, history, and community life, while documentaries explore subjects connected with Tampa Bay and other parts of West Central Florida. This combination reflects WEDU’s role as a regional public media organization with an emphasis on education, culture, and civic information.
WEDU began broadcasting in 1958 and has continued to serve the Tampa Bay area as a public television station. Based at its broadcast center on North Boulevard in Tampa, it operates as part of Florida West Coast Public Broadcasting, Inc. and maintains a regional focus on educational, cultural, public affairs, and community-oriented programming.
Basic Information
- Genre
- Education, Culture (Regional)
- Language
- English
- Country / Location
- Home > Americas > USA > Florida
- Headquarters
- Tampa, Florida
