YMCA Anthony Bowen Documentary Screening: A True American Hero

YMCA Anthony Bowen Documentary Screening: A True American Hero

Date and Time

Oct 22, 2021 6:30 pm

Location

14th & V

2021 14th St NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20009

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Description:

Premiere screening of a documentary film, celebrating the iconic life and impact of Reverend Anthony Bowen. (1809- to 1861)

Join us for a viewing of the film and panel discussion on the lasting impact of Anthony Bowen on the DC community. 

The documentary, produced and directed by Diane S Taitt, of the YMCA Anthony Bowen, for the YMCA of Metropolitan DC, celebrates the legacy of Anthony Bowen. The film reflects on the lasting impact he had in America, and particularly in Washington DC.

The Documentary "A TRUE AMERICAN HERO", was made possible by a grant from HumanitiesDC, a partner of the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities. The statements, conclusions, and views presented in this documentary do not necessarily represent the views of HumanitiesDC.

The Team:

Humanities Scholar - Rev. Dr. Sandra Butler -Truesdale, Chair DC Legendary Musicians Inc

Videographer - John Ledbetter, Sunchase Media

Photographer - Jarrett Hendrix, Creative Hands Studio

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