At a time when the necessity of addressing racism and racial injustice in our country has risen to our collective consciousness and consciences, Norman Studios Silent Film Museum, Inc. reaffirms its commitment to the values of equality and anti-racism. In the 1920s Norman Studios was an important link in the battle to break the age-old … [Read more…]
A showing of The Flying Ace on June 28 with live musical accompaniment will be presented as part of the Norman Studios’ presents The Flying Ace exhibit at the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention. The film will screen at the Cade, located at 811 South Main Street in Gainesville, on June 28th from 6:00 … [Read more…]
by Mitch Hemann This weekend marks the 90th anniversary of the passing of Bessie Coleman, and Norman Studios would like to honor her incredible legacy as America’s first Black Female Aviator. Not everybody knows Coleman’s inspiring story, and even fewer know that she has a connection to Richard Norman. Bessie Coleman was born January 26th, … [Read more…]
If you’ve ever wanted a quick but thorough immersion education on film history, you’ve got it with the upcoming Florida Chautauqua Assembly. Slated for January 23-26 in DeFuniak Springs, Florida, the event this year focuses on the history of motion pictures, including Florida’s cinematic contributions. This year’s keynote speaker is actor Demond Wilson, best known … [Read more…]