"Uncovering Boarding Schools: Stories of Resistance and Resilience" Advanced Screening

From OPB and "Oregon Experience," “Uncovering Boarding Schools: Stories of Resistance and Resilience” follows the journey of Klamath Tribes member Gabriann “Abby” Hall as she uncovers the hidden stories of her family’s experiences in Native American boarding schools, stretching from the first generation forced onto a reservation to the present era. Through complex and deep research, she discovered that her grandmother and many other children from her family attended religious facilities that do not appear as ‘official’ Native American boarding schools. She found that those records are often difficult or impossible to access. Instead, Abby pieced stories together by tracking down family members’ documents, talking to elders and researchers, and digging through archives across the country. What she discovered is a disturbing, often hidden history of countless deaths, fractured families, and a wall of silence due to federal policies designed to destroy Native American culture. Ultimately, she also discovered a legacy of strength and resilience. After the screening, join producer Kami Horton for a panel conversation about the process of uncovering the story and what learnings we can glean to carry us forward.

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