Gather in the amphitheater to watch a selection of films about powerful women and girls living near and under the water. Pack a picnic to enjoy with friends and explore the park at sunset.
At the dawn of the twentieth century, a multigenerational family in the Gullah community on the Sea Islands off of South Carolina—former West African slaves who adopted many of their ancestors’ Yoruba traditions—struggle to maintain their heritage and folklore while contemplating a migration to the mainland.
Daughters of the Dust, the first wide release by a black female filmmaker, this acclaimed film has cast a long legacy, recently influencing Beyoncé’s video album Lemonade. This restored edition beautifully showcases the cinematography of Arthur Jafa.
Directed by Julie Dash, 1991, 112 min., PG.
Museum Members receive free admission and non-members are $10. There are no pre-sale tickets and they are sold the night of beginning at 7:30pm.
Phone: 512-453-5312
Email: info@thecontemporaryaustin.org
2018/07/06 - 2018/07/06
The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria
3809 West 35th Street, Austin, TX 78703
The entrance is on the left at 3809 W. 35th St. Parking is available on the premises. There is also street parking along 35th St.