

Discovering Jefferson County
A 4 part documentary series that explores the history of Jefferson County
“Discovering Jefferson County,” takes viewers back in time to when the towns and villages of Jefferson County were explored, settled, and economically established. Early colonial settlers of the North Country were drawn to the area because of its vast forests, plentiful wild game and fish, and accessible waterways. They saw it as an untouched gem. As word spread about the useful lands and waterway
“Discovering Jefferson County,” takes viewers back in time to when the towns and villages of Jefferson County were explored, settled, and economically established. Early colonial settlers of the North Country were drawn to the area because of its vast forests, plentiful wild game and fish, and accessible waterways. They saw it as an untouched gem. As word spread about the useful lands and waterway
The construction of the 1000 Islands Bridge, creation of St. Lawrence Seaway and more
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Part 4: Connections
Part 3: Tourism, Tragedy, and a Pirate
Tourism in the 1000 Islands, castles, notable politicians, pirates, & more
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Part 3: Tourism, Tragedy, and a Pirate
Part 2: Burning, Building, and Rebuilding
Pine Plains, now Fort Drum, was integral in the development of the region.
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Part 2: Burning, Building, and Rebuilding
Discovering Jefferson County is a local public television program presented by WPBS.