Screening in partnership with the National Women's History Museum
Attend a special screening and discussion on the film Storming Caesars Palace. During this free event, watch the award-winning film, hear from filmmaker Hazel Gurland-Pooler, Ruby Duncan’s daughter Sondra Phillips-Gilbert, and more, and connect with community members continuing Ruby Duncan’s legacy here in DC. Before and after the event, participants will have the opportunity to explore the collections of The People’s Archive on the 4th floor, as well as the exhibitions Up from the People (4th floor) and We Who Believe in Freedom: Black Feminist DC (1st floor).
When Ruby Duncan faces a fraud-obsessed welfare department, she ignites “Mother Power,” – a fiery combination of Feminism and Civil Rights activism – mobilizing her community to fight for dignity and an adequate income in 1970s Las Vegas. Ruby and a coalition of welfare mothers, celebrities and activists take on racist politicians and the Vegas mob to organize a massive protest that shut down Caesars Palace and drew national attention.
Defying notions of the ‘welfare queen’, Storming Caesars Palace reminds us that it is the disenfranchised who stand up for America’s principle of justice for all.
Further details about special guests and speakers forthcoming. Register at the NWHM website to sign-up for updates.
This event is free and open to the public. ASL interpretation will be provided.
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults | 13 - 19 Years Old (Teens) |
EVENT TYPE: | Women's History Month | Film |