The Brothers of Rondo: Free Premiere Film Screening
Schedule
Sun Oct 13 2024 at 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
345 Kellogg Blvd W, Saint Paul, MN, United States, Minnesota 55102 | Saint Paul, MN
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Join us for the film screening premiere of Brothers of Rondo. The film, directed by Francis Sampah, chronicles the life stories of four men -- Lewis Scott, Russel T. Balenger, Readus W. Fletcher, Carl Griffin -- who grew up in the Rondo neighborhood of Saint Paul, enrolled at Minnesota State University Moorhead, and went on to become leaders in their respective areas of work and study. Their stories demonstrate the importance of Black culture and community, and how the Rondo neighborhood -- and its destruction for the construction of I-94 -- were instrumental in laying a foundation of resilience in their lives. In the face of displacement, racism and economic adversity, the Brothers channeled lessons learned in Rondo to make a profound impact in their careers, communities, and the state of Minnesota.The event will include a film screening and panel discussion with Lewis Scott, Russel Balenger, Readus Fletcher, Juron Griffin, moderated by Caroline J. Sumlin. Following the panel discussion, all are welcome to a closing reception celebration with light refreshments.
Event Agenda:
Film screening and panel discussion (2-4 pm)
Public reception with light refreshments (4-5 pm)
This event is free and open to the public. Registration is REQUIRED for this event. RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-brothers-of-rondo-premiere-film-screening-tickets-1022683322347?aff=oddtdtcreator
CART will be provided for this event. For more information regarding accessibility at the Minnesota History Center, please visit our Accessibility Webpage.
To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact [email protected].
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345 Kellogg Blvd W, Saint Paul, MN, United States, Minnesota 55102Event Location & Nearby Stays: