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Tallgrass Film Festival to honor the legacy of Hattie McDaniel

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November 1, 2024

Learn more about the Tallgrass Film Festival honoring Hattie as well as Wichita media celebrating her!

Kevin John Goff Hattie McDaniel’s nephew shares about his aunt, poem he wrote about her, and an event at TKAAM to celebrate her life.

Kansas African American Museum: Celebrating Hattie McDaniel

More Media…

Listen to the NPR Wichita story which discusses The Tallgrass Film Festival that will celebrate Hattie McDaniel’s legacy later this month and her great-grandnephew, Kevin Goff, will be there to take part — as well as to visit the late actress’ hometown.

From Wichita to Hollywood: Honoring Hattie McDaniel

Hattie McDaniel was a Wichita-born actor most often known for being the first African American to win an Academy Award—and that barely scratches the surface of all she accomplished….

Tallgrass Film Festival honors first African-American to win an Oscar

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – The 22nd annual Tallgrass Film Festival is in full swing this weekend, providing independent filmmakers a platform to showcase their latest projects…


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