Film on Armenian 'Hidden Grandmothers' to Premiere at Fresno

The screening is free and open to the public at Fresno State on March 27.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 5:36pm

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The Armenian Studies Program and the Fresno State CineCulture program are presenting the Fresno premiere screening of the film "Armenians, The Hidden Grandmothers" at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, March 27. The screening will be held in the Leon S. and Pete P. Peters Educational Center at Fresno State.

Why it matters

The film shines a light on the stories of Armenian grandmothers who survived the Armenian Genocide and kept their heritage alive, despite facing persecution. This screening provides an opportunity for the Fresno community to learn more about this important part of Armenian history.

The details

The film "Armenians, The Hidden Grandmothers" explores the lives of Armenian grandmothers who endured the Armenian Genocide and worked to preserve their culture and identity, often in secret, for future generations. The screening at Fresno State is free and open to the public.

  • The screening will take place on Friday, March 27, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.

The players

Armenian Studies Program

An academic program at Fresno State that focuses on the study of Armenian history, culture, and language.

Fresno State CineCulture program

A program at Fresno State that presents films and discussions to explore different cultures and perspectives.

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The takeaway

This screening provides an important opportunity for the Fresno community to learn about the resilience and perseverance of Armenian grandmothers who survived the genocide and kept their heritage alive, even in the face of adversity.