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Kalamazoo Valley Museum Film List
MOVIES AT THE MUSEUM
All films will be shown on the big screen in the Theater with a high definition
projection system and state-of-the-art sound system.
Advance purchase of tickets for all events can be made in person
at the Museum or by phone with a credit/debit card. Call 269/373-7990 or 800/772-3370.
No refunds will be made on advance tickets. Free
tickets are limited to 4 per household or group. Seats that are not occupied
fifteen (15) minutes before show time will be released to other guests.
Special Presentations
Constitution Day Film
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
10 a.m and 2:00 p.m.; FREE
How to Make an American Quilt, 1995
Thursday, October 23, 2008
7:30 p.m.; $3/person
Winona Ryder stars in this touching and often hilarious story of the loves lost and won of one family’s women. Set in a California rural community, this is a tale of a family’s secrets and love, framed in scenes dating from 1860 to the present. (PG-13) 117 min.
A Christmas Story, 1990
Thursday,
December 11, 2008
7:30 p.m.; $3/person
Humorist Jean Sheperd's American Christmas is brought vividly to life in A CHRISTMAS STORY, a nostalgic and witty remembrance of a time gone by. Filled with humor, warmth, and dozens of captivating moments. The movie's undeniable charm makes it an all-time favorite for young and old alike.(PG) 95 min.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Citizen King
Monday, January 19, 2009
1:30 p.m.; Free
A two-hour documentary from acclaimed film-makers Orlando Bagwell and Noland Walker, explores the last five years in the life of slain civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. Personal recollections and eyewitness accounts of friends, movement associates, journalists, law enforcement officers, and historians illuminate this little-known chapter in the story of America's most influential moral leader in the 20th century.
Amazing Castle Documentaries
These documentaries about architecture supplement our third floor special exhibit The Amazing Castle .
Sundays, 1:30 p.m., Free
August 10, 2008 |
Warrior Challenge: Knights |
Transport back in time as a polo player and a police officer test there skills as knights. |
August 24, 2008 |
Great Streets: The Royal Mile |
From the Palace of Holyroodhouse to Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile captures the history of Scotland. Witch burnings, body snatchings, and royal assassinations are just a start. |
September 7, 2008 |
Visions of Scotland |
Explore Scotland from a birds eye view. |
September 14, 2008 |
Visions of England |
A tour of England never before seen. View England’s history from a birds eye view. |
The Sciences...My Supreme Delight - T. Jefferson 1809
These documentaries about Thomas Jefferson supplement our first floor exhibit, The Sciences...My Supreme Delight - T. Jefferson 1809.
Sundays 3:00 p.m.
August 10, 2008 |
Lewis and Clark (Part 1) |
Follow along with Lewis and Clark as they explore the west. |
August 24, 2008 |
Lewis and Clark (Part 2) |
Follow along with Lewis and Clark as they explore the west. |
September 7, 2008 |
Monticello: Home of Thomas Jefferson |
Visit the house that Thomas Jefferson designed and see how it reflects Jefferson's life and interests. www.monticello.org |
September 14, 2008 |
Saving the National Treasures |
Watch as a team of conservators, engineers and historians work to save the Declaration of Independence and other documents that have been ravaged by time. |
Liberty Kids
Join Sarah and James as they experience first-hand the founding principles of democracy. This Award winning children’s animated series entertains while teaches children about events, and tough choices of the American Revolution. View two 30 minute episodes each day.
Tuesdays and Thursdays
1:00 p.m.
FREE
Thursday, July 31, 2008 |
The New Frontier & Not Yet Begun to Fight |
Tuesday, August 5, 2008 |
The Great Galvez & In Praise of Ben |
Thursday, August 7, 2008 |
Bostonians & Benedict Arnold |
Tuesday, August 12, 2008 |
Conflict in the South & Deborah Samson – Soldier of the Revolution |
Thursday, August 14, 2008 |
James Armistead & Yorktown |
Tuesday, August 19, 2008 |
Born Free and Equal & The Man Who Wouldn’t Be King |
Thursday, August 21, 2008 |
Going Home & We the People |
Film Movement Series
Thursdays, 7:30 pm, $3
September 18, 2008 |
August the First (USA, 2007) |
October 16, 2008 |
Grocer’s Son (France,2007)English Subtitles |
October 30, 2008 |
Noise (Australia, 2007) |
November 20, 2008 |
Days and Clouds (Italy, 2007)English Subtitles |
January 15, 2009 |
Ben X (Belgium, 2007) English Subtitles |
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