Speakers Bureau Presents: Women of Warmth, Wisdom, and War: Images of Native American Women in Westerns

Name: Speakers Bureau Presents: Women of Warmth, Wisdom, and War: Images of Native American Women in Westerns
Start: 2025-11-11T18:30:00-06:00
End: 2025-11-11T19:30:00-06:00
Location: Pella Public Library, 603 Main St, Pella, IA 50219, USA

November 11 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

The Pella Public Library will host educator Helen Lewis on November 11, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. for a thought-provoking exploration of how Native American women have been portrayed in Western films. Using film clips, Lewis highlights their roles as healers, counselors, and warriors, challenging stereotypes and offering a fresh perspective on these classic movies. This program invites audiences to see familiar Westerns in a whole new light.

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Pella Public Library, 603 Main St, Pella, IA 50219, USA

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