Out There: A National Parks Documentary Community Film Screening and Conversation | Parkway Theatre – Minneapolis
Join Mississippi Park Connection and national park partners from across Minnesota for a special screening of Out There: A National Parks Story, a feature-length documentary exploring the people who love, protect, and find connection in America’s national parks.
The film follows a young filmmaker and his childhood friend on a 10,000-mile road trip through national parks during the National Park Service’s centennial. What begins as a search for awe-inspiring landscapes evolves into a deeper exploration of the human experiences rooted in these places. Through encounters with park rangers, conservationists, and everyday visitors, Out There reveals powerful stories of healing, transformation, stewardship, and belonging.
After the screening, join the filmmaker and fellow attendees for a community conversation and Q&A about the enduring importance of national parks—and the people and communities working together to care for them.
Event Schedule
6:00–7:00 PM – Doors open; meet local national park and public lands organizations and enjoy a beverage
7:00 PM – Out There film screening (75 minutes)
Following the film – Community conversation and Q&A with the filmmaker
Connect with Conservation Organizations
Come early to meet with Mississippi Park Connection and other organizations working to protect and strengthen Minnesota’s national parks and public lands. Explore volunteer opportunities, discover upcoming events, learn about current conservation efforts, and find meaningful ways to get involved.
Participating organizations include Mississippi Park Connection, National Park Friends Alliance, Mississippi Park Connection, National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation, Voyageurs Conservancy, Wild Rivers Conservancy, National Parks Conservation Association, and additional partners.
Whether you already feel deeply connected to national parks or are looking for a new way to experience them, we hope you’ll join us for an evening of film, conversation, and community.
