Celebrate Indigenous / Native / First Nations multidisciplinary artists, writers, and performers originating, living, or working in and around the Northeastern corridor of Turtle Island in the area of Lenapehoking. This two-part festival presents films by Indigenous filmmakers and those featuring Indigenous People(s) at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum.

 

Join us at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum for a special screening of Remaining Native, a powerful documentary that follows a 17-year-old Native American runner as he chases his dream of competing at the collegiate level while reckoning with the memory of his great-grandfather’s escape from an Indian boarding school. The film offers an intimate portrait of resilience, identity, and how we care for our stories.

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Following the screening, audiences are invited to a panel discussion and interactive workshop led by the film’s composer, Kino Benally (Diné). Drawing from his work as a musician, educator, and from his homelands, Benally will share how sound, storytelling, and Indigenous knowledge shape the emotional landscape of the film. 

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This event is designed for families, educators, and young people, and offers a meaningful opportunity to engage with Indigenous voices through film, music, and shared dialogue.