“Crossroads of a Nation Part II: Missouri Rifts, Roads, and Civil Rights"

Thursday, January 22
Film Screening of “Crossroads of a Nation Part II: Missouri Rifts, Roads, and Civil Rights,” presented in Partnership with Missouri Humanities
6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Admission is Free with Registration

Crossroads of a Nation Pt. I explores the history of Missouri as a crossroads of the nation as it expanded west across the continent. The story continues with Crossroads of a Nation Part II: Missouri's Rifts, Roads, and Civil Rights, exploring the Civil War through Post-Industrial America.

The film details Missouri’s complex journey from the Civil War through Reconstruction, the impact of highways, and the Civil Rights Movement, highlighting the state’s crucial role in shaping a divided yet modern America. The film will be followed by a talkback with producer, Cat Neville.

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