Christa

Wed, Sep 2 7:00 P.M. NHPBS (11.1)

Christa McAuliffe, America's first teacher in space, is the subject of a moving documentary on the creation of her statue, unveiled in September 2024 at the New Hampshire State House and created by Idaho sculptor Benjamin Victor. Through interviews with former students, educators, and state leaders, the film celebrates her life and belief that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things.

Duration: 27 minutes and 54 seconds

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Wed, Sep 2	7:00 P.M.	Christa NHPBS (11.1)
Thu, Sep 3	9:00 P.M.	Christa NHPBS (11.1)

About Christa:

America's first teacher selected for space, Christa McAuliffe is the focus of a powerful documentary about the creation of a statue commemorating her remarkable legacy.

The statue, unveiled September 2024 on the New Hampshire State House lawn was sculpted by renowned Idaho artist Benjamin Victor.

This documentary celebrates Christa's life and her enduring legacy.

Through interviews with former students, New Hampshire dignitaries, and educators, she is remembered as a teacher who believed that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things.

As the first woman and educator to be commemorated with a statue on the New Hampshire State House lawn, Christa remains an inspiration to the next generation of dreamers and achievers.