Inconceivable Journey

The Black Archives of Mid America in Kansas City is pleased to extend an invitation for you to join us for an evening of “Lights, Camera and Action” as we host the premiere screening of Inconceivable Journey at 6:00 P. M. on Friday, July 29, 2022, at the historic GEM Theater in the 18th and Vine Jazz District.

This exciting film is the product of our partnership with the National 400 Years of African American History Commission and Reel Images Films to tell the story of the journey that Africans brought to this country made as they created Black Life in America. This history is broad, vast, and filled with the richness of the people who made that Inconceivable Journey. In addition to telling a beautiful historic and cinematically sound story, this movie produced a bonus for us as it unveiled the rich talents of our own Black Archives Youth Coalition Network (BAYCON) students, who identified the parts of that amazing journey that they deemed significant. They worked on all aspects of the film: research, writing, acting, wardrobe, production and even scene location. Our very own Board Member Michael Patton and other community artists such as Sonie Joi Ruffin worked with the students, our staff – Dr. Carma, Jason Williams, Solomon Shields, – and the filmmakers on the project helping with research, rehearsals, historical accuracy, and script writing.

It is indeed our honor to present this amazing movie. We want this film to be fully accessible to all persons in our community, so we are not charging admission. We, instead, are appealing to you for support. We would be delighted to confirm your participation at one of the sponsorship levels described below as a key supporter. In appreciation, your name and logo for major sponsors will be listed in the appropriate category on the program, shown on our promo reels, and spoken loudly during the program. Additionally, you will be invited to a special VIP reception prior to the premiere at the Black Archives.

We hope you will join us for this spectacular event and consider becoming a sponsor. If you are unable to attend, a contribution in support of the Black Archives of Mid America would be greatly appreciated. Please return the enclosed response form with your pledge by July 15, 2022, so that your name can be included as indicated or you may confirm your sponsorship on our website www.blackarchives.org on the donation tab.

Proceeds from the Premiere will benefit the ongoing development of our Youth group BAYCON as well as programs and exhibits that share the stories of African Americans and their contributions to the Greater Kansas City area and throughout the country.

Sponsorship Levels

Platinum – $5,000+ Name and logo appear on all media, invitation to VIP party

Gold – $2,500 – $4,999 Name and logo appear on all media, invitation to VIP party

Silver – $1,000 – $2,499 Name and logo appear on all media, invitation to VIP party

Bronze – $500 – $999 Name and logo appear on all media, invitation to VIP party

Patron – $250 – $499 Name will be listed, invitation to VIP party

Individual sponsorships of any amount appreciated.

Checkout Camera Action KC Photo Booth for Inconceivable Journey!

If you have any questions or need further information, please contact our offices at 816-221-1600 or info@blackarchives.org.