LuminUS: Stories About Us

Generations: Cuyahoga Valley National Park

PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1 / WEAO 49.1):

Sunday, July 7, at 2 PM

Through high-definition video and the voices of people from all walks of life, PBS Western Reserve presents its documentary that tells the story of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. GENERATIONS showcases the park’s 33,000 acres through a variety of methods, including archival video footage, interviews, oral histories and memorabilia provided by park visitors. 

Integral to the production are the stories provided by more than 40 people who answered the station’s invitation to share their park memories and experiences. Anecdotes about valley farming, weekend hikes and wedding proposals enrich the concept of generations in the production. Community members and business leaders also talk about the difficulties experienced during the park’s formative years as a new National Park Service entity.