36th Annual Local History Series -- Behind the Scenes of Wisconsin Lighthouses

Program Type:

Current Events, General Interest, History & Genealogy, Just for Fun

Age Group:

Adults, All Ages

Event Details

Behind the Scenes of Wisconsin Lighthouses  with  Jeff Pfeiffer, PBS Wisconsin

Wisconsin Lighthouses illuminates the power and appeal of these iconic structures.  This program explores their history, idyllic settings, unique architecture, and the light they shine on a bygone era.  Producer Jeff Pfeiffer shares stories and clips, and talks about the behind-the-scenes production of the upcoming PBS Wisconsin special, Wisconsin Lighthouses. Learn what it takes to put a documentary of this scale together, including physical production, working in remote locations, and creative problem solving.  He will also share tales of his   favorite Green Bay lighthouses.

Jeff Pfeiffer is a writer and producer; he has been with PBS Wisconsin for over 2 years and has nearly 20 years of experience in documentary television and filmmaking.  Jeff's credits include ABC, A&E, CNN, TNT, Vox Media, Refinery29 and many others.