Media Advisory: 1836 Project to Review “Making of a Classic” Episode of Forging Texas

On Wednesday, February 21st, the 1836 Project Advisory Committee, which includes TPPF CEO Greg Sindelar and TPPF Distinguished Senior Fellow Sherry Sylvester, will hold a meeting at the African American Museum of Dallas.

The Committee will review the next installment in TPPF’s short film series, Forging Texas. “Making of a Classic” is produced by Stephen Robinson and Martin Jones. The film chronicles a moment on set during the filming of the 1941 film, The Blood of Jesus by filmmaker Spencer Williams. Williams’ film was one of the most successful of the so-called “race films” of that era.

The 1836 Project Advisory Commission was established in the 87^th Legislative Session by House Bill 2497 in order to ensure the every Texan is informed of the state’s history and founding principles including how those principles continue to contribute to Texas’ prosperity today.

Who: 1836 Project Advisory Committee

What: Committee Meeting

When: Wednesday, February 21st, 1:00 PM CST

Where: Lower-Level Auditorium, African American Museum of Dallas, 3536 Grand Avenue, Historic Fair Park, Dallas, Texas 75210