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Join us on June 6 for the regional premiere of a powerful new documentary exploring the relationship between science, faith, and human dignity. The evening will also include a Skype interview with the film's director, Dr. John G. West. Human Zoos tells the story of how thousands of indigenous peoples were put on public display in America in the early decades of the twentieth century. Often touted as "missing links" between man and apes, these native peoples were harassed, demeaned, and jeered at.Their public display was arranged with the enthusiastic support of the most elite members of the scientific community, and it was promoted uncritically by America's leading newspapers. This award-winning documentary explores the heartbreaking story of what happened, shows how African- American ministers and other people of faith tried to push back, and reveals how some people today are still drawing on Social Darwinism in order to dehumanize others. This event is sponsored by the Colorado Chapter of the Science & Culture Network. For questions, contact [email protected].
Fellowship Denver Church
1990 S Broadway Denver CO UShttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/human-zoos-denver-premiere-tickets-45911084289?aff=ebapi
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