GBH Presents: Reckoning + Repair: The Cost of Inheritance & What Is Owed?

Join us for an enlightening evening at GBHs Reckoning + Repair event, the first event of our initiative, across platforms and programs, to help listeners and viewers understand the nuance, debate, ambiguity and possible action resulting from the legacy of slavery in the United States.

This special gathering will feature the full screening of WORLD's new film, The Cost of Inheritance: An America ReFramed Special. Directed by the acclaimed Yoruba Richen, this hour-long documentary delves into the intricate topic of reparations in the United States. It navigates through history's complexities, systemic inequalities and the burgeoning conversation on racial conciliation. With its blend of personal stories, communal reflections, and academic perspectives, the film not only enlightens but also sparks a deeper understanding of the reparations debate.

In addition to the screening, we are thrilled to host director Yoruba Richen and subjects from the film, Randy Quarterman and Sarah Eisner, who will engage in a thought-provoking panel discussion. This is a unique opportunity to gain insight into the creative process and the crucial themes explored in the documentary.

Attendees will also get an exclusive sneak peek (or listen) of the upcoming GBH News-produced podcast, "What is Owed?" This seven-part podcast, reported by GBH News political reporter Saraya Wintersmith, ventures into the heart of Boston's reckoning with its history of slavery and economic exclusion. Wintersmith seeks to understand what reparations might look like in one of the oldest cities in America, uncovering the lessons for a successful reparations framework through the stories of its architects, past and present. 

Our Reckoning + Repair event promises to be an evening of powerful storytelling, critical dialogue and community engagement. It's an opportunity to confront our past, understand our present and shape a more equitable future. Join us for this journey of reflection and discussion at the intersection of history, justice and the arts.

Arrive at 6pm for a light reception before the program starts promptly in our theater at 6:45pm. 

Event registration is required. Seating is general admission.

The maximum capacity of this event is 220.

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If you have questions or can no longer attend, please contact Audience and Member Services Department. Audience and Member Services can be reached during regular business hours M-F, 9am-5pm at 617-300-3300 or via email: info@wgbh.org.