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City of Tallahassee releases "Footsteps to Freedom" Documentary

Posted at 10:32 PM, Feb 05, 2014
and last updated 2014-02-06 15:13:30-05

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) - After premiering to an audience of more than 100 people, a city-produced documentary on the history of the Civil Rights Movement is now available.

"Footsteps to Freedom" chronicles the creation of the Tallahassee-Leon County Civil Rights Heritage Walk, honoring civil rights activists who made a difference in the Tallahassee area.

The City of Tallahassee is sharing the video online and on air, as well as through the Leon County Public Library System and the Leon County School District.

In honor of Black History Month, the documentary can now be streamed online, as well as seen throughout February on WCOT.  The film is also available for purchase at various locations in the Tallahassee area. 

For more information on the documentary, or to stream it online, visit the "Footsteps to Freedom" website.