RESCHEDULED – Deeper Dive: Reframing an Empire Screening and Roundtable

Deeper Dive: Reframing an Empire Screening and Roundtable

RESCHEDULED Feb. 8 to Feb. 22 | 6PM | Hybrid

Thomas Cole’s life and work coincide with a pivotal period in American history. Before Cole’s eyes and on his canvas, the newly formed nation would find a vision of its identity born and its future questioned. American history fixates on 1776 and 1865, but in the period between lies a rich and under-explored territory. Join the Erie Canal Museum and WMHT in screening this new 45 minute documentary, which explores the complex life and legacy of Cole, including its relationship to the Erie Canal. Following the screening, employees of WMHT and Renée Barry, a featured expert in the documentary, will hold a brief roundtable and Q&A session discussing the contents of the documentary.