Movies @ the Library: Celebrating America with Samantha
The year of 1904 is the time of the prosperous Gilded Age in American history. Let's celebrate the 250 Anniversary of our Nation, history, freedom & pride for our country with Samantha.
Samantha Parkington is an orphanted 9-years old girl. Raised in wealth by her strict grandmother, she learns about the harsh realities of the Gilded Age when America was financially and economically flourishing. Through her forbidden friendship with Nellie, a servant girl next door, Samantha discovers the injustices of child labor and class divides.
Samantha’s story centers on several key themes: the rigid rules of high society, the importance of empathy, and standing up for what is right.
Running time: 86min.
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07/30/2026 03:30 pm
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Movies @ the Library: Celebrating America with Samantha
<p>The year of 1904 is the time of the prosperous Gilded Age in American history.<strong> </strong>Let's celebrate the 250 Anniversary of our Nation<strong>,</strong> history, freedom & pride for our country with Samantha.</p><p>Samantha Parkington is an orphanted 9-years old girl. Raised in wealth by her strict grandmother, she learns about the harsh realities of the Gilded Age when America was financially and economically flourishing. Through her forbidden friendship with Nellie, a servant girl next door, Samantha discovers the injustices of child labor and class divides.</p><p> Samantha’s story centers on several key themes: the rigid rules of high society, the importance of empathy, and standing up for what is right.</p><p>Running time: 86min.</p>
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