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Hampton History Museum

Posted on: March 3, 2023

[ARCHIVED] Coal Blooded - Monday, April 3, 7 pm

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Join videographer Brandon Davis for showing and discussion of his documentary short exploring the community and health impact of the coal terminal in Southeast Newport News. Towering above the surrounding area, the 200-acre coal pile is located right next to a redlined neighborhood that today has the highest rate of asthma in the city. Recent winner of the Richmond Environmental Film Festival, director Davis’ film includes interviews with Newport News Mayor McKinley Price, CNU professor Dr. Johnny Finn, CNU alum Asa Townsend, social activist Angela Harris, and resident and business owner Yugonda Sample-Jones.

Brandon Davis grew up in Leesburg, VA, and moved to Newport News, VA to attend school at Christopher Newport University. In May 2022, he achieved a degree in Marketing with a Photography and Video Art Minor. In college, he served as a Bonner Service Scholar volunteering 300 hours per year to the Newport News community. Through his service, he began his photography journey and learned the value of effective storytelling. By working on a variety of projects, he has expanded his portfolio to weddings, music videos, commercials, and now documentaries. He finds passion in learning and sharing about environmental injustice and is actively growing in his craft.

The program is free to museum members, $5 for non-members. Not yet a member? Join today and save! www.hamptonhistorymuseum.org/membership

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