Passing It On: the Southside Story

In commemoration of February being Black History Month, The History Center and Southside Community Center invite you to a special History Cafe Celebrating the history of Ithaca’s Southside.

Thursday, May 6th, 2010

At The History Center

Doors open: 5pm

Film screening: 5:30pm

About the film:
In Upstate New York, a vibrant African-American community reveals the rich history of Ithaca's Southside, extending from the Underground Railroad through the New Millenium, and tells a story of hope for future generations. Award winning filmmaker Louis Massiah in collaboration with Ithaca College and the Southside community present Passing It On: the Southside Story.
18minutes, color!

Community Discussion: 6-7pm
Join us, and in the spirit of the film, share your thoughts, experiences and memories about Ithaca’s Southside neighborhood.

Refreshments served

This event is free and open to the public, but donations are always welcome.

The History Center
401 East State Street, Suite 100,
in the Gateway Center, one block east of The Commons,
Ithaca, NY 14850

273-8284