Folks in Douglas County can celebrate Juneteenth by watching a new documentary that showcases the stories of African American and Native American community members’ arrival to the county.
The film, produced by the LRM Foundation Theatre, will share “the untold stories of family lineage and heritage that helped enrich the Douglas County community,” per the event synopsis.
“I retired from KU after 25 years of teaching,” Omofolabo Ajayi-Soyinka said in the documentary preview. “I retired in 2015. I stayed in Lawrence. I jokingly tell my friends that I’ve planted 10 cents in Lawrence, and I’m waiting for it to grow.”
The screening will start at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 13 in the main auditorium at the Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive. The event is free and open to the public.
The Esoke West African Dance Group and Lead Horse Powwow Dancers will also perform at the event.
“Generations — African American and Native American Arrival to Douglas County: Stories, Impact and Legacy” is written by Rita Rials and Shakiyya Bland, and directed by Rials.
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