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Four films, two from the Wells collections and two from the Black Film Center/Archive deal with racial and economic inequality and injustices and show the resilience of people in tough times. The Black Film Center/Archive was established in 1981 as a repository of films and related materials by and about African Americans.

The Great Depression in Black and White

Weekly at 7 p.m.

Wells Library E174

Films:
The Green Pastures:  Tuesday, October 6
American Madness:  Wednesday, October 14
I Remember Harlem: The Depression Years  Wednesday, October 21
Our Daily Bread:  Wednesday, October 28

This is the fourth year IU and community organizations have participated in the nationwide observance organized by the Society of American Archivists. In 2008, the Society of American Archivists recognized IU’s campaign as the best in the country.

For event details visit: www.indiana.edu/~libevent/09     All events are free and open to the public.