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Howard Zinn at the New Art Center in Newton MA

The New Art Center in Newton, MA proudly presents a screening of Howard Zinn: You Can's8217;t Be Neutral On A Moving Train, directed by Deb Ellis and Denis Mueller. This acclaimed film looks at the amazing life of the renowned historian, activist and author Howard Zinn. Following his early days as a shipyard labor organizer and bombardier in World War II, Zinn became an academic rebel and leader of civil disobedience in a time of institutionalized racism and war. His influential writings shine light on and bring voice to factory workers, immigrant laborers, African Americans, Native Americans and the working poor. Featuring rare archival materials and interviews with Zinn and colleagues such as Noam Chomsky, You Can's8217;t Be Neutral captures the essence of this extraordinary man who has been a catalyst for progressive change for more than 60 years. It is narrated by actor Matt Damon and features music by Pearl Jam, Woody Guthrie & Billy Bragg.



Following the screening there will be a Question & Answer session with Howard Zinn, subject of the film. Mr. Zinn is a historian, playwright, and social activist. He has taught at Spelman College and Boston University, and has been a visiting professor at the University of Paris and the University of Bologna. He has received the Thomas Merton Award, the Eugene V. Debs Award, the Upton Sinclair Award, and the Lannan Literary Award. He is author of several books, including A People History of the United States: 1492 's8211; Present, Passionate Declarations: Essays on War and Justice and You Can's8217;t Be Neutral on a Moving Train, his acclaimed autobiography.



Tickets to the event are $15.00. They can be purchased in advance beginning September 11 or purchased at the door on the evening of the event. Please call (617) 964-3424 to purchase tickets in advance. Beer, wine and refreshments will be available for purchase.    




Third Thursdays is a program of the New Art Center. It is sponsored in part by Clarks Companies (clarksna.com), Newtonville Books (newtonvillebooks.com), Harpoon Brewery (harpoonbrewery.com) and the Newton Cultural Council.



The New Art Center in Newton

Gallery Hours: M-F 9-5pm; Sunday, 1-5pm

Closed Saturdays; Closed October 8 - 9

The Main Gallery is wheelchair accessible.

Address: 61 Washington Park in Newtonville, Massachusetts

Transportation: please visit newartcenter.org   


Information: Contact Ceci Mendez at (617) 964-3424

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