In conjunction with the Featured Document display in the East Rotunda Gallery (on display until April 9th, we present the 2004 documentary that takes an in-depth look at the 1972 presidential campaign of Shirley Chisholm, […]
“Celebrations, Found Truths, Sheroes, Heroes, Events and Programs” which recognize and celebrate the contributions in art, literature, politics and education of the African American community throughout the year in the DC Metropolitan area.
Category: Films & Documentaries
12Feb 30th Annual Black Film Festival 6pm
30th Annual Black Film Festival at Georgetown Library BlacKkKlansman A Black detective sets out to infiltrate the Colorado chapter of the Ku Klux Klan with the help of his Jewish colleague. Starring John David Washington and Adam […]
5Feb 30th Annual Black Film Festival 6pm
DC Public Library’s Celebration of Black American Cinema Sorry to Bother You In an alternate present-day version of Oakland, Black telemarketer Cassius Green discovers a magical key to professional success after adopting a “white” […]
5Feb “Backs Against the Wall: The Howard Thurman Story” 6:30pm
The New York Avenue Presbyterian Church 1313 New York Ave NW Washington DC 20005 This new film explores the life and legacy of one of the most important religious figures of the 20th century. Born […]
I Am MLK, Jr. and The March 23Jan 5:30pm
Celebrate Black Life, History and Culture: Two films honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther, King, Jr. I Am MLK Jr. This documentary explores the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and […]
MLK Week Movie Night 22Jan 4pm
As part of Martin Luther King Jr. Week, families can enjoy a series of short films about African American history, including stories about Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks and a fictionalized young boy who […]
