Press Release
March 20, 2025
Contact: Saidy Herrera
Oklahoma Historical Society
Office: 405-522-5204
saidy.herrera@history.ok.gov
www.okhistory.org
“Iman: Two Journeys of Faith, Rooted in Oklahoma’s Heartland” to Premiere at Oklahoma History Center
OKLAHOMA CITY — The public is invited to the premiere of “Iman: Two Journeys of Faith, Rooted in Oklahoma’s Heartland” at the Oklahoma History Center on Thursday, April 10, from 6-8 p.m. A panel discussion will follow the film screening.
Doors open at 5 p.m. The screening starts at 6 p.m. and will be followed by a panel discussion. Register online to attend the free screening and panel discussion. Panelists will include the film producers and others involved in the project. It will be moderated by Dick Pryor, general manager at KGOU Public Radio.
“Iman: Two Journeys of Faith, Rooted in Oklahoma’s Heartland” is CAIR Oklahoma’s first documentary that features the untold story of courage, faith and resilience in the face of rising hate. Told from the perspective of two American Muslim women, this film explores their separate journeys into faith and how they became leaders in their community in America’s heartland. It shines a light on the history of Islam in Oklahoma and the challenges posed by Islamophobia in a post-9/11 world. More than just a film, it’s a movement — a tool for educating, healing and bringing communities together.
This film is partially funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities’ United We Stand initiative and Oklahoma Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities, Oklahoma Humanities or the Oklahoma Historical Society.
The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to collect, preserve and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people. Founded in 1893 by members of the Territorial Press Association, the OHS maintains museums, historic sites and affiliates across the state. Through its research archives, exhibits, educational programs and publications the OHS chronicles the rich history of Oklahoma. For more information about the OHS, please visit www.okhistory.org.
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