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Documentary Film Premiere "Fort Scott Stories" (Red Carpet Event)
The Gordon Parks Museum, in partnership with photojournalist and documentary filmmaker D. Michael Cheers, recipient of the 2025 Choice of Weapons Award, proudly presents the premiere of Fort Scott Stories, a feature-length documentary inspired by Gordon Parks.
The film premiere will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026. General admission doors will open at 6:30 p.m. followed by the film screening at 7:00 p.m. General admission is free and open to the public. Donations are welcome and greatly appreciated in support of our ongoing programs and initiatives.
To register and reserve your free ticket, go to our website at
https://www.gordonparkscenter.
Fort Scott Stories offers a compelling and intimate portrait of present-day Fort Scott, capturing the heartbeat, character, and vibrancy of a community rich in history, resilience, and diverse cultural experiences. Through the voices of residents spanning generations, from youth to elders, business owners to church members, the documentary weaves together authentic narratives that reflect both the ordinary and extraordinary moments of life in Fort Scott that reflects the city’s enduring spirt.
Below is the link to view the film trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
The film premiere will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026. General admission doors will open at 6:30 p.m. followed by the film screening at 7:00 p.m. General admission is free and open to the public. Donations are welcome and greatly appreciated in support of our ongoing programs and initiatives.
To register and reserve your free ticket, go to our website at
https://www.gordonparkscenter.
Fort Scott Stories offers a compelling and intimate portrait of present-day Fort Scott, capturing the heartbeat, character, and vibrancy of a community rich in history, resilience, and diverse cultural experiences. Through the voices of residents spanning generations, from youth to elders, business owners to church members, the documentary weaves together authentic narratives that reflect both the ordinary and extraordinary moments of life in Fort Scott that reflects the city’s enduring spirt.
Below is the link to view the film trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
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Date and Time
Saturday Apr 25, 2026
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM CDT
Saturday, April 25, 2026, Doors Open at 6:30pm / Film Starts at 7:00pm
Location
The Danny and Willa Ellis Family Fine Arts Center Theater 2108 S. Horton, Fort Scott, KS
Fees/Admission
General Admission is Free. Registration is Required!
Contact Information
Kirk Sharp, 620-223-2700 ext. 5850
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Printed courtesy of www.fortscott.com – Contact the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce for more information.
231 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701 – (620) 223-3566 – information@fortscott.com