In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, we will watch Te Ata at our movie screening and discussion on Monday, November 11th.  This event will take place from 5pm - 7:30pm in the Gorgas Library’s Camellia Room.  Refreshments will be provided!  Following the movie, we will have a discussion with guest speaker and Chickasaw storyteller Amy Bluemel.  Amy is an award-winning storyteller and educator, artist, and stomp dancer. 

“Te Ata is based on the inspiring, true story of Mary Thompson Fisher, a woman who traversed cultural barriers to become one of the greatest First American performers of all time.  Mary later took the stage name and became well known as “Te Ata” which means “Bearer of the Morning.”  Born in Indian Territory, and raised on the songs and stories of her Chickasaw culture, Te Ata’s journey to find her true calling led her through isolation, discovery, love and a stage career that culminated in performances for a United States president, European royalty and audiences across the world.  Yet, of all the stories she shared, none are more inspiring than her own.”  (https://www.teatamovie.com/)