PITTSFIELD, Mass. - The educational documentary "Viewpoint," hosted by actor Dennis Quaid, will feature Pittsfield.

According to the City of Pittsfield, the city will be part of Viewpoint's "Discovering America - Great Places to Live, Work & Visit" series.

“I am absolutely thrilled that the City of Pittsfield has been chosen for this extraordinary nationwide profile. We already know that Pittsfield, the heart of Berkshire County, is a great place to live, work, and visit. In the wake of the pandemic, we continue to see a growing demand among people of all ages who are seeking communities that will allow them to enjoy a thriving quality of life,” said Mayor Linda Tyer. “This documentary will showcase our city to a vast audience, highlighting our many wonderful attributes, including our growing innovation and technology, and local success stories.”

Filming is slated for early to mid-October.

Viewpoint is specifically designed as educational content for public television distribution in all 50 states that aims to inform viewers on the latest topics and trends. 

The City of Pittsfield will partner in developing an educational commercial segment that will also air on major networks including CNBC, CNN, Learning Channel, and Discovery Channel.