Chicago At The Crossroads Film Screening & Q&A

Schedule

Fri May 15 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:45 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center | Chicago, IL

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Dive into a gripping film about Chicago’s turning points followed by a Q&A discussion with Afrika Porter and Dilla Chicago Urban Historian.
About this Event

"Chicago At The Crossroads" Film Screening and Q&A Presented by the Conrad Worrill Community Reparations Commission in Partnership with the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center and Dilla Chicago Urban Historian

Join us for a powerful evening of film, dialogue, and community engagement.

The Conrad Worrill Community Reparations Commission, in partnership with DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center and Dilla Chicago Urban Historian, proudly presents the first installment in a transformative film screening series exploring Chicago’s history and the ongoing movement for reparations.


Featured Film

Chicago At The Crossroads
Co-produced by Afrika Porter

This compelling film explores the deep intersections of history, identity, and systemic inequities in Chicago, inviting audiences to reflect, learn, and engage in meaningful conversation.

🎥 Preview the film:
https://www.chicagoatthecrossroad.com/

Following the screening, stay for a powerful live Q&A discussion with Dilla Chicago Urban Historian and film producer Afrika Porter.

This is more than a screening. It is a movement.


Event Details
Friday, May 15th, 2026
DuSable Museum
• 6:30 PM Doors Open
(Complimentary food while supplies last)
• 7:00 PM Welcome & Opening Remarks
• 7:15 PM Film Screening Begins
• 9:15 PM Post-Film Q&A Discussion

Please arrive early to allow time for check-in and seating.


Admission

This event is FREE with required registration.

Seating is on first come, first served

All guests must present a registered ticket for entry. Entry will not be permitted without valid registration.

Tickets may be transferred if needed but must be presented at check-in.


Community Note

This is a community-centered educational event grounded in learning, dialogue, and collective reflection. We appreciate your support and cooperation and look forward to welcoming you.


Contact & Engagement

For more information:

📞 La Kisha at (312) 415-1689 (VIP, sponsorship, or donations)
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://www.ChicagoReparations.org/

Get involved:
Volunteer or join the commission by signing up on our website.


Follow Us

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoReparations
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChicagoReparations
X (Twitter): https://www.Twitter.com/ChiReparations


Special Acknowledgement

Special thank you to the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, Dilla Chicago Urban Historian, Afrika Porter, and all producers, directors, and creative contributors for their partnership, creative leadership, and contributions in bringing this event and film to life.



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DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, 740 East 56th Place, Chicago, United States

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