Author to Host Events for 'Centennial Revisited' Book in Greeley

Oral history book features interviews with cast, crew, and friends of the iconic miniseries.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 1:16pm

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A striking black silhouette of a vintage television set against a high-contrast red and white background, representing the iconic status of the 'Centennial' miniseries and the in-depth exploration of its production in a new book.A new oral history book explores the making of the beloved 'Centennial' miniseries, offering fans a behind-the-scenes look at this landmark television event.Greeley Today

Author Jillian Hibner will be hosting a series of events in Greeley, Colorado to promote her new book 'Centennial Revisited,' an oral history exploring the making of the iconic 1970s miniseries 'Centennial.' The book contains approximately 75 interviews, including more than 35 with cast, crew, and other family members or friends associated with the production.

Why it matters

The 'Centennial' miniseries was a landmark television event that brought the history of the American West to life and captivated audiences nationwide. Hibner's book provides a unique behind-the-scenes look at the making of this beloved program, offering insights and personal stories from those who were directly involved.

The details

Hibner's book, 'Centennial Revisited,' is a comprehensive oral history that delves into the creation of the 'Centennial' miniseries. In addition to the 35+ interviews with cast and crew, the book also features 60 excerpts from primary source materials related to the production.

  • The book 'Centennial Revisited' will be released on April 15, 2026.

The players

Jillian Hibner

The author of 'Centennial Revisited,' an oral history book about the making of the iconic 'Centennial' miniseries.

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What they’re saying

“'Centennial Revisited' is an oral history book. It contains approximately 75 interviews, more than 35 with cast, crew and other family members or friends of cast and crew. And then another 60 excerpts from primary papers.”

— Jillian Hibner, Author

What’s next

Hibner will be hosting a series of book signing and discussion events in Greeley and throughout northern Colorado in the coming weeks to promote 'Centennial Revisited' and connect with fans of the original 'Centennial' miniseries.

The takeaway

Hibner's new book 'Centennial Revisited' promises to provide a unique and intimate look at the making of one of the most beloved and influential television events in history, offering fans a chance to go behind the scenes and hear directly from those who brought the American West to life on the small screen.