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Our Vanishing Wilderness: The Slow Death of the Desert Water

An exploration of Anaho Island in Pyramid Lake, Nevada, where man’s interference with nature has endangered the ives of pelicans, trout, and the rare desert fish, the cui-ui.
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New York the Way It Was: Greenwich Village

A nostalgic documentary that highlights the past of one of New York City’s most popular neighborhoods, Greenwich Village.
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Preview: Welcome to the Circus

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the diverse stories and characters of the Big Apple Circus, as part of the upcoming PBS documentary, Circus, which premieres November 3 at 9 p.m. on THIRTEEN.
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American Masters: LENNONYC Central Park Screening

On Saturday, October 9, a free screening of American Masters: LENNONYC was held at Central Park Summer Stage in honor of John Lennon’s 70th birthday. Check out photos from the event here on Inside Thirteen.
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God in New York

A local perspective to tie-in with the national PBS film, God in America.  The film explores New York City’s role in the historical significance of different religious groups.  Watch the full program here!
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Preview: God in America

A three-part documentary exploring the historical role of religion in the public life of the United States.  Preview the film here, and tune in to THIRTEEN October 11-13 at 9 p.m.
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Secrets of the Dead: Gangland Graveyard

“Gangland Graveyard” takes viewers into the world of the Mafia through expert insight provided by Joseph D. Pistone, the real life Donnie Brasco.
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The City Concealed: Staten Island Rock Sculptures

The City Concealed visits the southern tip of Staten Island, near the ruins of the old Raritan Bay clamming industry.  There, lifelong Staten Islander, Doug Schwartz, has been creating rock sculptures on the beaches of Mount Loretto State Park for over a decade.
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Uncertain Industry: New York City Factories, Then & Now

For decades, developers have been finding new uses for old factories. In this slideshow, view manufacturing spaces before and after their conversions.
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Preview Baseball: A New York Love Story

Preview Baseball: A New York Love Story, a multi-part series that provides a local New York perspective to coincide with Ken Burns’ The Tenth Inning.
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