Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina (FCNC) will host the premiere of its new short documentary, “A Dream for the Future,” celebrating 30 years of protecting land, water, and community spaces across Western North Carolina. Registration is required to attend the event, which is free and open to the public.
The 28-minute film, made by filmmakers at Creative Campfire, showcases FCNC’s conservation achievements, including iconic places such as Lake James State Park, South Mountains Game Land, Catawba Falls, and Wilson Creek. Featuring interviews with Founding Executive Director Susie Hamrick Jones, Founding Board Member Marsha Riddle, conservation partners, and Executive Director Andrew Kota, the documentary highlights the people and partnerships that have shaped the region’s protected landscapes.
“‘A Dream for the Future’ celebrates the land, the region, and the incredible people who make our conservation work possible,” said Andrew Kota, Executive Director of FCNC. “It is a culmination of three decades of land protection and conservation efforts that have been made possible through committed landowners, a generous network of donors and funding partners, and a wide array of dedicated community members. We’re so grateful to celebrate both our history and the continuation of our journey.”
The premiere will include a cocktail reception, film screening, and panel discussion with audience Q&A, offering attendees the chance to connect with FCNC staff, partners, and community members as well as the film’s production team.
CoMMA Performing Arts Center in Morganton will host the event on January 15, 2026. Doors open at 6:00pm, the film begins at 7:00pm. Registration is required. Visit foothillsconservancy.org/film for more information and to secure tickets.