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Full Bloom Film Festival Presents Summer of Soul at the Iredell Arts Council
Documentary celebrating the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival screens Tuesday, November 10, in downtown Statesville
STATESVILLE, N.C. (November 9, 2026) — The Full Bloom Film Festival will screen Summer of Soul on Tuesday, November 10, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Iredell Arts Council, 203 S. Meeting St., Statesville. The documentary brings to life the legendary 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, a landmark celebration of African American music, culture and resilience.
Blending archival footage with electrifying live performances, Summer of Soul captures a pivotal moment in music history and shines a light on a festival that was long overlooked in mainstream memory. The film's power lies in both its artistry and its reclamation of an essential cultural story.
The screening is part of the Full Bloom Film Festival's ongoing programming, which brings thoughtful, wide-ranging films to audiences in Iredell County.
Event Details
What: Full Bloom Film Festival presents Summer of Soul
When: Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Where: Iredell Arts Council, 203 S. Meeting St., Statesville, NC (map)
Admission: Ticket Link
More info: fullbloomfilmfestival.org · IAC calendar of events
