Cowboys of Color

The American Frontier, also known as the Wild West, has been the source of countless legends, icons, and heroes such as, Billy The Kid, Jesse James and Lawman Wyatt Earp. The myth of the Wild West has inspired many historians, educators, and filmmakers to publish stories about the dangers of life in the Western Frontier. But is that the whole story? Learn about the role for the Black cowboy at a screening  of Cowboys of Color, a documentary chronicling the past, present, and future of Black cowboys in America. A panel discussion led by film director and producer Coy Poitier will follow the screening.

Coy Poitier (/’pwa:tier/) is a successful and passionate community leader, award-winning film director, urban agricultural consultant, musician, motivational speaker, and certified master gardener. In 2007 Coy moved to Dallas County with his wife and children to assist in his mother’s church as Minister of Music and Christian Education Director. In 2014, Coy became the executive director of FAWC Conservatory of Arts and Sciences and their mission is to promote creative youth and young adult development by linking arts and science education, training and interpretive experiences with building personal, social, and intellectual capacities needed to succeed in school, career, and life.