Spotlight on Minnesota’s Triumphant African American Community
Documentary Premiere | Black History Month 2026
In celebration of Black History Month 2026, you are invited to attend the premiere of a powerful new documentary highlighting Minnesota’s triumphant African American community.
Produced and directed by Craig Rice, this documentary is sponsored by Minnesota’s Black Community Project and features voices, leaders, and cultural contributors whose work has shaped Black life in Minnesota.
Documentary Features
Individuals featured in this documentary include:
- Melvin Carter, Toni Carter
- Dr. Charles Crutchfield Sr., Christopher Crutchfield (late)
- Pete Rhodes & Kim Rhodes
- Tracey Williams Dillard, Rose McGee
- Andrea Jenkins
- Judge James Cannon & Lois Cannon
- Pastor Arthur Agnew, Pastor Charles Gill
- Gary Hines, Ginger Commodore
- Natalie Hart, Seitu Jones
- Benji McHie, Kamal Baker
- Dr. Mahmoud El-Kati, Adine Momoh
- Anthony Scott, Frank White
- Dr. Mark Holder, Demaris Johnson
- Steve Winfield, Roxane Battle
- Dr. Jeanetta Sims, Edward Hathaway
Music provided by: George Scott
Event Details
Location: Sabathani Community Center – Auditorium
Date: Saturday, February 7
Time: 1–4pm (Doors open at 12:30pm)
Admission & Extras
- Free to attend
- Monetary donations appreciated
- Light refreshments provided
Available for purchase at the event:
- Documentary DVD – $30
- Books by Minnesota’s Black Community Project – $30
- Documentary soundtrack CDs by George J. Scott [Smoove G]
Questions?
Contact Dr. Chaunda L. Scott, Secretary, Minnesota’s Black Community Project
Email: drclscott@gmail.com
This documentary was made possible by the Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Grants (MHCHG) Program.