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The House on
Jonathan Street

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About

The House on Jonathan Street is a one-hour documentary intended for national distribution to Public Television, and national and international distribution through Amazon Prime. The documentary uses the accidental discovery of the significant history of a modest dwelling on a traditionally African-American street in Hagerstown, Maryland to trace the roots of middle America’s racial, economic and social interactions. Through the lens of this house, the rise and fall of the African-American community in small rust belt towns and cities across America is told. And how its discovery, renovation and renewal may portend a change in the fortunes of the street and the larger community.

Latest Updates

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The House on Jonathan Street Gets Recognition

As the distribution date for The House on Jonathan Street approaches, there has been a flurry of activity...

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A Closer Look: The House on Jonathan Street

A screening of the documentary "The House on Jonathan Street" is scheduled for February 8...

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New Trailer for The House on Jonathan Street

Watch the new teaser video for The House on Jonathan Street containing over a dozen interviews.

From the Press

“This film is about more than just 417 Jonathan St. — it’s about amplifying black voices in the Hagerstown community.”

- WDVM

“At a time when more Americans are thinking about Black history, the log cabin on Jonathan Street is capturing attention from preservationists around Maryland and beyond.”

- The Baltimore Sun

“The project saved a 'significant piece of underrepresented history through an investment in the community for current and future residents.'”

- Herald-Mail Media

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Funded, in part, by a Maryland Film Production Activity Tax Credit for Maryland Small Films.

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