Hulu's The 1619 Project: A Discussion with Nikole Hannah-Jones at Dusable

740 East 56th Place,Chicago IL 60637

24 February, 2023

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To celebrate the release of Hulu’s The 1619 Project, you are invited to a special screening of “FEAR”, the fifth episode from the Hulu original docuseries The 1619 Project, followed by a special discussion with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones. The six-part documentary series, based on the groundbreaking New York Times essays, podcast, and award-winning book, examines the legacy of slavery in America, and explores how it has shaped nearly all aspects of our society today. From policing to music to capitalism – and even the principles of our democracy itself. The 1619 Project is now streaming on Hulu. Complimentary refreshments will be provided. EVENT DETAILS WHEN: February 24th, 2023 TIME: 11:00am – 4:00pm CT SCREENING TIME: 2:00pm - 3:00pm CT DISCUSSION TIME: 3:00PM - 4:00PM CT WHERE: The Dusable Black History Museum & Education Center ADDRESS: 740 E 56th Pl, Chicago, IL, 60637 WHO: Students and Community Organizations can attend the museum to watch an exclusive screening of “FEAR” and attend a post-screening conversation. Free Admission to the Museum | Free Food & Beverage | Exclusive Screening | Post-Screening Discussion ABOUT THE EPISODE: 'FEAR' - Directed by Phil Bertelsen “Fear” explores how modern-day policing, surveillance and the criminalization of Black Americans draws its roots from the slavery-era fear of Black rebellion and Black Americans’ centuries-long quest for freedom. ABOUT THE 1619 PROJECT Hulu’s The 1619 Project is a six-part docuseries that expands upon “The 1619 Project” created by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones and The New York Times Magazine. The series seeks to reframe the country’s history by placing the consequences of slavery and the contributions of Black Americans at the very center of our national narrative. The episodes - Democracy, Race, Music, Capitalism, Fear and Justice - are adapted from essays from the recently published book, “The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story”, and examine how the legacy of slavery shapes different aspects of contemporary American life. The series, hosted by Nikole Hannah-Jones, is a Lionsgate Production in association with One Story Up Productions, Harpo Films and The New York Times. It was executive produced by Nikole Hannah-Jones; Academy Award-winning director Roger Ross Williams; Caitlin Roper, an editor of “The 1619 Project” and The New York Times’ executive producer for film and television; Kathleen Lingo, The New York Times’ editorial director for film and television; and Oprah Winfrey. Peabody Award-winning executive producer Shoshana Guy served as the showrunner.