History Film Forum Presents- “Faith on Film: American Muslims”

The History Film Forum will present two episodes from the 2026 PBS documentary series “American Muslims: A History Revealed,” six short documentary films that explores the early history of Muslims in America. The series is hosted by three American Muslim journalists: Malika Bilal, Aymann Ismail and Asma Khalid who traveled the country to piece together stories spanning over 200 years. The two episodes, “A Portrait of Freedom” and “Islam at the Nation’s Founding,” will be shown in a special edited version as part of an exploration of Muslim American history in the early United States. A panel discussion will follow the screening. This program is presented in partnership with the museum’s Center for the Understanding of Religion in American History, which explores the influence of religion on every facet of life in the United States. “Faith on Film” is in an ongoing series exploring belief on screen, from the golden age of cinema to binge-worthy shows of the streaming era. Through classics like “The Ten Commandments” and “Yentl” and recent fan favorites including “The Chosen” and “Never Have I Ever,” Hollywood's view of religion has long shaped American culture. Check the events page for future screenings and discussions.