In Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday, 1/15 Starting at 11am

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Real Art Ways will present three moving films, followed by facilitated discussions with Derek Hall. This event is free admission. Come for one film, or stay all day! Real Art Ways is located at 56 Arbor Street, Hartford.

Monday, January 15 Programming

11AM
Mighty Times: The Children’s March

The mostly unheard story of the youth of Birmingham, Alabama, who braved fire hoses police dogs and jail in 1963 to bring segregation to its knees. 40 mins. This film is a part of our Film Field Trip program. Click here to learn more about Film Field Trips.

A guided discussion led by Film Field Trip Facilitator Derek Hall will follow the film. Hall will lead those present in a discussion about Mighty Times: The Children's March.

12:30PM
The First Rainbow Coalition

This film charts the history and legacy of a groundbreaking multi-ethnic coalition, "The Rainbow Coalition" that rocked Chicago in the 1960s. It sparks new dialogue about the 1960s, providing an unparalleled platform for contemporary discussions on race and class in an increasingly divided United States. 55 mins. Suitable for teens and adults.

1:30-2:30PM
Guided discussion led by Derek Hall/Art Activity

Hall will lead those present in a discussion about The First Rainbow Coalition. Guided art activities will be available.

2:30PM
Rustin

This 2023 biographical film tells the story of the charismatic, gay civil rights activist Bayard Rustin. Despite incredible odds, he managed to organize the March on Washington in 1963, one of the high points of the civil rights movement in the United States. 106 minutes. PG-13.

Bagged Lunch will be available for purchase or bring your own lunch!

Art-Making Activities

There will be a table with art activities open throughout the event. Great for all ages!

More information can be found at www.realartways.org.

Thousands of students have experienced a Real Art Ways Film Field Trip!

About Derek Hall:

Derek Hall is a dynamic anti-racist intergroup dialogue facilitator, public speaker, and activist committed to challenging beliefs and institutional culture rooted in systemic racism and other forms of oppression. Derek has worked in the diversity, equity, and inclusion field for over fifteen years, partnering with public and private school systems, for profit and non-profit organizations both locally and nationally.

His passion for decolonized education, human connection, and implementation of racial equity strategies has inspired sustainable change at the internal, interpersonal and institutional levels within the organizations he works with. Derek uses his gifts of facilitation, storytelling and community building to increase the racial & social consciousness of individuals and organizations.