America’s next great National Park?!

Founded in 1920 Jacksonville, Florida’s Norman Studios was among the nation’s first to produce films starring African American characters in positive, non-stereotypical roles, contrasting the derogatory roles offered by the era’s mainstream filmmakers.  It is the last surviving studio complex from the River City’s  heyday as a wintertime film production hub and just may be America’s next great National Park.

Up-Coming Events

Black History Month

Upcoming screenings of “The Flying Ace,” see this movie at two Florida locations!

February 4th at 11 AM
Museum of Florida History on Saturday
Tallahassee, Florida

The program features “The Flying Ace” film with music by Steve Sternberg. Dr. A. J. Brickler will introduce the film, and a representative from the Norman Studios Silent Film Museum will be available for a follow-up Q&A.

February 7 that 7:30 PM
Hippodrome Theater
Gainesville, Florida.

Howard Wapner and Geoff Perry will provide accompanying music for the screening, event sponsored by Bellamy Road (David T. Warner Foundation, Inc.). www.bellamyroad.org.

Volunteer Today!

Play a Supporting Role in the Norman Studios

Love silent and classic film? Looking for a way to contribute something fantastic to the local film, cultural or historic preservation scene? The Norman Studios is building its cast of supporting stars to help further our initiatives. We’re looking for volunteer researchers, bloggers, film production crew, grantwriters, presenters and event planners and helpers. Click here to see how you can lend your talents to the Norman Studios’ big comeback!