The stunning Oscar-nominated and Sundance award-winning film, SUGARCANE, is a powerful tribute to the systematic abuse of Indigenous children at Indian Residential Schools, including at the nearby Hayward Boarding School. The important program also will feature local Dakota poet, activist and storyteller, Rosetta “Rosie” Peters, whose grandfather was a survivor of St. Joseph’s School, a U.S. residential school. After the film, Rosie will facilitate a conversation.
The event is free. Registration is required.
About This Event
The stunning Oscar-nominated and Sundance award-winning film, SUGARCANE, is a powerful tribute to the systematic abuse of Indigenous children at Indian Residential Schools, including at the nearby Hayward Boarding School. The important program also will feature local Dakota poet, activist and storyteller, Rosetta “Rosie” Peters, whose grandfather was a survivor of St. Joseph’s School, a U.S. residential school. After the film, Rosie will facilitate a conversation.
The event is free. Registration is required.
Getting There
The Historic Auditorium
210 N. Washington Street
Saint Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024
United States