NEA National Heritage Fellowships Film Screening and Conversations
On September 17, 2024, the NEA premiere dten short documentary films about the 2024 NEA National Heritage Fellows, followed by conversations with the honorees. Together, these films and conversations share the story of our heritage in an engaging and meaningful way.
The 2024 NEA National Heritage Fellows are:
* Bril Barrett, Tap Dancer from Chicago, Illinois
* Fabian Debora, Chicano Muralist from Los Angeles, California
* Rosie Flores, Rockabilly and Country Musician from Austin, Texas
* Trimble Gilbert (Gwich’in), Gwich’in Fiddler from Arctic Village, Alaska
* Todd Goings, Carousel Carver and Restorationist from Marion, Ohio
* Susan Hudson (Navajo/Diné), Quilter from Sheep Springs, New Mexico
* Pat Johnson, Community Activist and Organizer from Pocahontas, Arkansas Johnson is the 2024 recipient of the Bess Lomax Hawes National Heritage Fellowship, presented in recognition of an individual who has made a significant contribution to the preservation and awareness of cultural heritage.
* June Kuramoto, Koto Musician from Alhambra, California
* Sochietah Ung, Cambodian Costume Maker and Dancer from Washington, DC
* Zuni Olla Maidens, Traditional Zuni Dancers and Singers from Zuni, New Mexico