WQEC-DT TV Guide & Broadcast Schedule
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Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Military service in the families of Patricia Arquette, Julianne Moore and John McCain.
Annie Oakley: American Experience
Sharpshooter Annie Oakley finds fame in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show.
Frontline
A report on the rising fear of deportation among Haitians who fled to the U.S.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
BBC News
Twenty-four hours a day, the latest national and international stories as they break.
DW: The Day
Stay informed with the breaking news, stories and headlines from Europe, the U.S. and across the globe.
Annie Oakley: American Experience
Sharpshooter Annie Oakley finds fame in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show.
Frontline
A report on the rising fear of deportation among Haitians who fled to the U.S.
Declarations: Black Americans and the Revolutionary War
Following the stories of enslaved and freed Black Americans who fought to define democracy and their liberty through the Revolutionary War.
Antiques Roadshow
An Asscher-cut yellow diamond ring circa 1930; a Charles Rohlfs mahogany chair; a 1958 Picasso drawing with documentation.
Antiques Roadshow
A 1933 "Duck Soup" movie poster; an 1867 Carl Haag watercolor; an Edward Gilpin watch circa 1670.
Happy Yoga With Sarah Starr
Stretching and lengthening the spine in a full range of motion helps to create more ease in the shoulders and upper back.
Wai Lana Yoga
Loosening shoulders and hips; strengthening arms and legs.
Wild Kratts
The Wild Kratts are on a mission to figure out the differences between African and Asian elephants; they soon discover that despite their differences, all elephants have lots in common, like feelings, emotions, and real intelligence.
Weather Hunters
The kids learn what colors make up a rainbow just in time for a Mother's Day surprise.
Lyla in the Loop
Lyla asks customers for their leftover pumpkins, but then gets way too many; Lyla and Luke put their sisters, Liana and Louisa, through a babysitting test.
Carl the Collector
Carl and his pals are excited about trick-or-treating until Forrest shares a spooky rumor that Mr. Price is a wizard who turns kids into chicken noodle soup.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel gets mad at Miss Elaina that he wants to push her, but then remembers the importance of self-control and how to stop himself from hurting a friend; Farmer Daniel gets mad when Margaret knocks down his fence.
Super Why's Comic Book Adventures
Mr. More takes letter m's and makes more Mr. Mores; Alpha Pig's transforming shoes go haywire; Power Paige wants a Miss Mega comic.
Phoebe & Jay
Phoebe and Jay accidentally get paint on the mail and have to decode addresses; Phoebe and Jay find their parents' box of memories.
Sesame Street
Rudy is afraid of getting a shot at the doctor's office, so Nina and Abby play pretend to show what the visit will be like so he can feel less scared.
Nature
After adopting an orphaned elephant online, Elmo and the Sesame Street gang go on an African safari, traveling to Kenya's Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to meet the elephant and the keepers who care for her.
Rosie's Rules
While trick-or-treating, Rosie and Javi try to avoid a pirate ghost who may be haunting the cul-de-sac; Rosie and Javi offer to help make Crystal's haunted house spooky.
Elinor Wonders Why
The kids learn the benefits of eating different colored foods; Olive tries to get a picture of a puffin.
Alma's Way
A dirty Chacho runs away at the park; Alma realizes that Frankie's old sneakers are more valuable than they appear.
Molly of Denali
Molly spends the night at Tooey's house when a blizzard strikes Qyah; Molly loses her fish charm bracelet in an ice hole.
Arthur
Arthur and Buster work with Binky on an art project; Arthur becomes distressed when his lucky pencil keeps getting shorter and shorter.
Odd Squad
Captain O decides to partner Orli with someone unexpected; Omni and Osric must catch a villain before the steam train they're on is thrown into another dimension.
Baking With Julia
Bread recipes with Naomi Duguid and Jeffrey Alford, including pita bread and Middle Eastern lamb and tomato bread.
Dook Chase: A Chef's Journey
Dakar NOLA; culinary connections between West Africa and New Orleans; greens with coconut milk; sweet potato casserole; black-eyed pea stew with lamb shank.
Nature
After adopting an orphaned elephant online, Elmo and the Sesame Street gang go on an African safari, traveling to Kenya's Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to meet the elephant and the keepers who care for her.
Hotel Portofino
The younger inhabitants of the hotel find ways to let their hair down; Cecil and Jack shake on a shady deal for the sale of the Ainsworth family heirloom.
BBC News The World Today
In-depth reporting, interviews and analysis of big, breaking international news stories.
BBC World News America
A detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, D.C.
PBS News Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
Nature
Following the lives of two tiger mothers and how they raise their cubs on an island full of threats in the forests of western Nepal.
WTTW News U.S. Senate Forum
NOVA
The surprising story of how our planet's diverse creatures became the furious feeding machines they are today.
Secrets of the Dead
Unseen documents and new sources illustrate the story of how France and the United States came together to produce the enduring symbol of freedom - the Statue of Liberty.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
WQEC-DT (Virtual Channel 27) is a non-commercial educational public television station licensed to Quincy, Illinois. Operating as a PBS member station under the WSIU Public Broadcasting network managed by Southern Illinois University, WQEC-DT serves viewers across western Illinois and adjacent portions of Missouri and Iowa. This TV guide provides access to broadcast listings, schedule structures, and programming options available across WQEC-DT and its digital subchannels.
About WQEC-DT
WQEC-DT first signed on the air in March 1985. The station is licensed to the Board of Trustees of Southern Illinois University and functions as part of a regional public broadcasting system alongside sister stations WSEC (Jacksonville) and WMEC (Macomb). Broadcasting on digital RF channel 34 (virtual channel 27), WQEC-DT delivers educational, informational, and cultural content to the Quincy, Illinois television market.
WQEC-DT operates multiple digital subchannels over the air, each presenting dedicated programming networks:
- Channel 27-1 (WQEC-HD): Primary high-definition PBS programming feed featuring national public television series, documentaries, and regional productions.
- Channel 27-2 (WORLD): World Channel, offering non-fiction programming, public affairs coverage, and science programming.
- Channel 27-3 (Create): Create TV, presenting instructional content focused on cooking, travel, arts, crafts, and home improvement.
- Channel 27-4 (PBS Kids): PBS Kids 24/7 channel providing educational children's programming.
WQEC-DT TV Guide
The WQEC-DT TV guide allows viewers to check program listings across all four subchannels. Using the schedule, viewers can review broadcast times for daytime educational shows, primetime documentaries, and late-night public affairs series. Because public television schedules are organized by distinct dayparts, checking the TV guide helps viewers plan their watching around specific show times and premiere broadcasts.
TV Guide Listings for Tonight
Looking for tv guide listings for tonight on WQEC-DT? Primetime programming on Channel 27-1 typically features flagship PBS programs, including news broadcasts, investigative journalism, arts showcases, and drama series. Viewers seeking alternative options tonight can switch between subchannels to find documentaries on World Channel (27-2) or lifestyle instruction on Create (27-3). Programming times can vary by date, region, and provider. Check the latest listings for the most current schedule.
Programming Focus
WQEC-DT offers a broad variety of non-commercial television content tailored to audiences of all ages. Key programming categories include:
- News & Public Affairs: In-depth reporting, national news summaries, and regional civic discussions.
- Documentary & History: Science, history, and culture series produced by public television creators.
- Children's Educational Content: Morning and afternoon daytime programming on 27-1 and round-the-clock broadcasts on 27-4 PBS Kids.
- Lifestyle & How-To: Cooking, gardening, woodworking, and travel programs featured prominently on Create (27-3).
- Arts & Performance: Live performances, music specials, and theater broadcasts during evening blocks.
How to Use the Schedule
Planning your viewing using the WQEC-DT schedule is straightforward:
- Select the date you wish to view on the TV guide.
- Choose the specific subchannel (27-1, 27-2, 27-3, or 27-4) to narrow down listings.
- Review program start and end times in Central Time (CT).
- Check episode titles and descriptions for special broadcasts or season premieres.
- Revisit upcoming listings to discover future air dates for multi-part series.
Viewing Information
WQEC-DT is available free over the air via a digital antenna tuned to channel 27 across Quincy and surrounding areas in western Illinois, northeast Missouri, and southeast Iowa. The station is also carried on regional cable systems and satellite networks serving the Quincy-Hannibal market. Channel positioning on cable and satellite services varies by provider, so consult your local provider's channel guide to locate WQEC-DT in your channel lineup.
Regional and Time-Zone Context
WQEC-DT broadcasts from Quincy, Illinois, operating in the Central Time Zone (CT). Viewers tuning in from neighboring eastern Iowa or northeast Missouri should note that while time zones align across the service area, local cable carrier channel assignments may differ depending on the community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is WQEC-DT?
WQEC-DT is a PBS member station licensed to Quincy, Illinois, operated by Southern Illinois University as part of the WSIU Public Broadcasting network.
What channel is WQEC-DT?
Over the air, WQEC-DT broadcasts on virtual channel 27. Its subchannels include 27-1 (PBS/WSIU), 27-2 (World Channel), 27-3 (Create), and 27-4 (PBS Kids). Cable and satellite channel positions vary by local provider.
What is on WQEC-DT tonight?
Tonight's schedule on WQEC-DT 27-1 typically includes news, documentaries, and public television dramas. Exact times and listings vary, so check the latest schedule for tonight's broadcast details.
Where can I find the WQEC-DT TV schedule?
You can find the WQEC-DT TV guide online through local television schedule listings, over-the-air electronic program guides (EPG), or through the official WSIU website.
Does WQEC-DT air children's programming?
Yes, WQEC-DT broadcasts PBS Kids programming during daytime hours on channel 27-1 and provides a 24/7 PBS Kids service on subchannel 27-4.