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Lexington Resilience
Red Carpet Premiere: Lexington – Resilience in the Redline
The Lyric Theatre | Saturday, August 23, 2025 | Lexington, KY | 5:30-10pm
Event Description:
You are cordially invited to attend the national premiere screening of “Lexington: Resilience in the Redline.”
“Lexington: Resilience in the Redline” is a down-home documentary that tells a local story of national significance. This documentary utilizes local history and policies paired with interviews highlighting the voices of more than 30 residents, leaders, and change-makers across housing, education, arts, and government.
Each ticket to this event unlocks access to an immersive evening that includes a red-carpet entrance worthy of your best black-tie apparel, a “Research on the Rocks” food and drink reception, the chance to participate in a community art installation led by LaNora F. Long, and an expert-led panel discussion prior to screening.
5:30 pm: Doors Open
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm: “Research on the Rocks” Reception
– Catering from DaRae & Friends
– Full bar with signature cocktails/ mocktails
– Immersive Story Stations: featuring “ The State of Black Lexington Housing Report”
– Community Build Art Experience with LaNora F. Long
7:15 pm – 8:00 pm: Panel Discussion
8:00 pm – 9:30 pm: “Lexington: Resilience in the Redline” Film
Proceeds from this event go to support Black Yarn’s mission to shine light on systemic harms, foster equity, and connect black experiences with those of all Americans through storytelling, research, & collaboration. Read more at blackyarn.com