National Premiere
Facing Down Storms: Memphis and the Making of Ida B. Wells
A Feature Length Documentary on Civil Rights Activist Ida B. Well (1862-1931)
April 19 | 5:30 PM Reception | 7 PM Program & Screening
Halloran Centre for Performing Arts & Education
225 S Main St, Memphis, TN 38103
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Facing Down Storms: Memphis and the Making of Ida B. Wells explores how the unique cultural and social atmosphere of late 19th century Memphis, Tenn. indelibly shaped Ida B. Wells as a journalist and activist. The 1892 lynchings of three men, including a dear friend of Wells, fueled her zealous efforts to combat the widespread acceptance of the lynching of African Americans in the United States. Wells used the power of journalism to expose to international audiences the injustices of the rising practice of lynching: a form of extralegal execution often taking the form of mob violence against African Americans.
Cocktail Attire
Masks strongly recommended.
Premiere proceeds support the programs of the Hooks Institute.
Parking
Paid parking is available at the public parking garage, the MLGW Garage, 234 S. Front Street. By car, guests enter from S. Front Street and exit by foot through the Main Street exit and walk next door to the Halloran Centre, 225 S. Main St.
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