Research At The National Archives And Beyond!

Leonard Smith III is a renaissance man. Since 1975, he has been involved in every aspect of historical research from genealogy, photography, technology, storytelling, film-making, and music. Leonard's company, LS3 Studios, LLC has produced award-winning documentaries of musicians, institutions, and family histories. His most recent project, " A Place Called Desire" was a finalist for best documentary in the San Diego Black Film Festival. It has won a Gold Ava Award and was a semifinalist in the Rootstech Film Fest. It is a story of the community Leonard grew up in the 60's and 70"s in New Orleans. He has a deep abiding love to "educate, entertain, inspire others to tell their story."