Lee's Flower and Card Shop is Washington, DC's oldest continuously family-owned flower business. Over the years, Lee's has witnessed many transformations within the DC community. It began on the U Street corridor, also known as Black Broadway, during a time when African-Americans were able to own businesses despite the Jim Crow laws. Throughout its history, Lee's has endured significant moments in US history, such as the Washington DC riots following the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr., and the George Floyd protests in 2020. Through these events, Lee's has served the entire community of the nation's capital, providing flower arrangements for occasions ranging from Mother's Day celebrations for grandmothers to welcoming international guests on behalf of US Presidents.

Director Statement

I am honored to share untold stories of African-Americans whose labor, thought and creativity built and elevated our American society. Additionally, with the legacy of Lee's Flowers shop, I want to celebrate Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs.

Director Biography - Kamilah Thurmon

Kamilah is an award-winning visual storyteller with nearly two decades experience producing unscripted television shows. She has shaped numerous shows from initial concept, through production, to final locked cuts ready-to-air. She has worked in various producer capacities for NBC, HGTV, BET, MTV, VH-1, Bravo, Lifetime, and Oxygen.

Kamilah's passion is creating content that inspires and encourages people from all walks of life. She has developed and produced films to document and preserve the stories and memories of Washington, D.C. communities.

In September 2020, Kamilah was recognized by the District of Columbia Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, and Entertainment (OCTFME) as the Filmmaker of the Month.