Children’s Penny Cinema: “The Ruby Bridges Story”
| Event Details | |
|---|---|
| Date: | Thursday, July 16, 2009 |
| Time: | 10:30am – 7:34pm |
| Cost: | One Penny – every adult must be accompanied by a child. |
| Tickets: | This screening is currently sold out. |
Based on actual events that occurred in Louisiana during 1960, Ruby is a first grader who, after scoring one of the highest grades on her school board exam, is chosen as one of the first Black students to integrate an all-white school. As racial tension escalates, Ruby is escorted to school by federal marshals, who attempt to protect her from the angry protesters. With guidance and support from her parents, teacher and a child psychologist, Ruby finds the determination to overcome all obstacles. An uplifting story of one girls’ courage. (110 minutes)
