After a fight of more than 135 years, the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has finally won federal recognition — becoming the 575th federally recognized tribe in the United States.
This film follows that journey, and the people who carried the fight.
140 years. One petition. The road to becoming the 575th federally recognized tribe.
After a fight of more than 135 years, the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has finally won federal recognition — becoming the 575th federally recognized tribe in the United States.
This film follows that journey, and the people who carried the fight.
“This is a story that needs to be told — and it needs to be told by the people who lived it.”
Every gift, of any size, puts this film in front of the people who have waited 140 years to see it.
With special thanks to everyone involved in this film — and to all who join us as production continues.
It goes toward finishing the film and bringing the Lumbee story to life. We’ll keep you posted as the work comes together.
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