WCMU Public Media invites you to an unforgettable evening of history, conversation, and community at a special pre-screening event for Ken Burns’ powerful new documentary, The American Revolution.

Join us Tuesday, September 30th at 6:00 PM at the historic Wright Opera House in downtown Alma for an exclusive first look at this landmark film.

The evening kicks off with a preview screening, followed by a compelling panel discussion featuring Sam Anglin of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe, Dawn Brady, State Regent of the Daughters of the American Revolution for Michigan, and Alma College History Professor Kristin Olbertson. Together, they’ll explore the lasting impact and complex legacy of the American Revolution from multiple perspectives.

To wrap up the night, enjoy a casual reception with appetizers and desserts while connecting with fellow history enthusiasts. Admission is free and open to the public, but seating is limited. Please email marketing@wcmu.org to reserve your seat today! 

Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation; and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.