Crossroads of a Nation
At the Crossroads
As part of the Missouri Humanities Council's celebration of America250, I’m partnering with them to produce a three-part documentary series exploring the history of Missouri and its impact on the history of the United States.
Part I is a one-hour documentary detailing the history of Missouri as a crossroads of the nation as it expanded west across the continent. From the region’s indigenous cultures up to the brink of Civil War, this film will trace Missouri’s indelible — and undeniable — mark on American history, which helped shape the nation into what it is today.
Join us for a screening:
Kansas City: Tue., March 25, 2025 / 6 to 8pm / FREE — Screening at KCPT featuring a conversation with Kansas City PBS president Kliff Kuehl and Crossroads producer Catherine Neville.
St. Louis: Wed., April 16, 2025 / 6 to 8pm / FREE — Screening at the Nine PBS featuring a panel discussion with two of the scholars featured in the documentary, Dr. Peter Kastor, Washington University professor of history, and Andrew Wanko, public historian at the Missouri Historical Society. Reserve your spot here.
St. Louis: Thu., July 24, 2025 / 5 to 8pm / FREE — As part of the Thursday Nights at the Museum series, Crossroads will be screened, followed by a Q&A with Dr. Andrea Hunter, Tribal Historic Preservation Officer with the Osage Nation, one of the scholars featured in the film.
Part I debuts on PBS stations nationwide in April of 2025, with Part II and Part III debuting November of 2025 and April of 2026.
Missouri Humanities is dedicated to enriching lives and strengthening communities by connecting Missourians with the people, places, and ideas that shape our society. Learn more and get involved here.