EXCLUSIVE KEN BURNS PBS FILM PREVIEW “THE NATIONAL PARKS: AMERICA’S BEST IDEA” MARTINEZ
Free Screening Event & Reception to Feature John Muir Descendents
- When
- Sat Sep 19, 2009
- Where
- Performance Arts Center/Alhambra High School
- Time
- 5:30pm - 8:00pm Reception at 7:00-8:00pm
- Tags
- Movies, Film Festivals
Description
John Muir, America’s most famous and influential naturalist and conservationist, who lived in Martinez from 1890 until his death in 1914, will be celebrated with a special preview screening of the new Ken Burns documentary series, THE NATIONAL PARKS: AMERICA’S BEST IDEA. The one-hour film features John Muir’s enormous contribution to the establishment of the National Park Service and is set against the most breathtaking backdrops imaginable. The evening will include a presentation by John Muir’s grandson Ross Hanna and an introduction by Martha J. Lee, superintendent of the John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez.All attendees are invited to a catered reception in the theatre lobby immediately following the screening. This event has been made possible through the generous underwriting of Shell Oil Products U.S., and in association with the John Muir Association, KQED Public TV, National Parks Service, City of Martinez and the Martinez Unified School District.
FREE; RSVPs
More Info
- Link
- http://www.MartinezChamber.com
- Call
- 925-228-2345 (Box Office)
- Contact Form (account required)
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