LRM Foundation Celebrates Juneteenth with Original Documentary Film

On June 13th, 2026, In celebration of Juneteenth and honoring the cultural resiliency of African and Native culture, the LRM Foundation Theatre presented an original documentary film that highlights local African American and Native American community members and their arrival to Douglas County, Kansas. Held at the Lied Center of Kansas, the documentary film shared untold stories of family lineage and heritage that helped enrich the Douglas County community. We also celebrated the culture of dance with live performances by the Esoke West African Dance Group and Lead Horse Powwow Dancers.

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