Island Film Series - The Wanderer - A Film Presentation with Tyler Bagwell

“ The Wanderer: a Film Presentation” with Tyler Bagwell. In 1858, luxury yacht “Wanderer” transported captives from the Congo River to Jekyll Island. Before its voyage, Savannah slave-owner Charlie Lamar covertly purchased the elegant schooner, known as the fastest sailing ship in the New York Yacht Club fleet. He then planned to secretly transport enslaved Africans to Georgia using the yacht as a disguise. Tyler Bagwell, a filmmaker, author, and Associate Professor of Speech Communications at the College of Coastal Georgia, has made a documentary on the Wanderer, showing how the vessel launched a story of slavery, survival, and the strength to prevail. This is a repeat showing because when it was shown in January we didn’t have enough seats. Please come early to ensure a seat. NO TICKETS REQUIRED.

A $3 DONATION IS SUGGESTED FOR ALL MOVIE EVENTS.

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