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Akeelah and the Bee
Akeelah, an 11-year-old girl (Keke Palmer) living in South Los Angeles, discovers she has a talent for spelling, which she hopes will take her to the National Spelling Bee. Despite her mother’s (Angela Bassett) objections, Akeelah doesn’t give up on her goal. She finds help in the form of a mysterious teacher (Laurence Fishburne), and along with overwhelming support from her community, Akeelah might just have what it takes to make her dream come true.
About the Art Hill Film Series
Join us this July when the Museum’s front yard is transformed into the city’s biggest cinema during the Art Hill Film Series, a St. Louis tradition of films, food, and music. The party starts at 6 pm with music and food trucks, and the feature film will begin at 9 pm. In the event of severe weather, the Museum will announce any delay or cancellation on Facebook, Instagram and slam.org.
What to Bring
- Lawn chairs or blankets. A ‘blankets-only’ section will be available at the front of the viewing area. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Picnic items. Food and alcoholic beverages are permitted and available for purchase at the Food Truck Fest, presented by Sauce Magazine, in the West Lot.
- Well-behaved pets on a leash are welcome (leashes must be no longer than 6 feet in length). Please be respectful of other guests by cleaning up after your pets.
- Smoking is prohibited including e-cigarettes, vaporizers, and all other electronic smoking devices.
Parking & Transportation
- Free public parking is available on Fine Arts Drive, the East Lot, and anywhere parking is permitted in Forest Park.
- Paid parking is available in the Museum’s Parking Garage.
- Take MetroLink to the Skinker Station (15-minute walk) or the Forest Park-DeBaliviere Station (25-minute walk).
- Ride your bike (bike racks are available).