Presented as part of the From Slavery to Freedom Film Series, “Through a Lens Darkly: Black Photographers and the Emergence of a People” explores the role of photography in shaping the identity, aspirations, and social emergence of African Americans, from slavery to today.

Deborah Willis, photo historian and author of “Reflections in Black,” which the film is based upon, will join the broadcast following the screening to discuss the film.

The From Slavery to Freedom Film Series is presented by the History Center’s African American Program and is supported by Highmark and Allegheny Health Network.