From Alaska to homes throughout America, “Molly of Denali,” a groundbreaking new PBS KIDS series produced by WGBH Boston, premieres nationwide July 15 on PBS stations, the 24/7 PBS KIDS channel and PBS KIDS digital platforms.

In partnership with WGBH Boston, the Auburn School District Native Education Program, Muckleshoot Tribal programs (Education, Culture & Events) and Red Eagle Soaring Native Youth Theatre are sponsoring a kickoff event for the series. The event is Saturday, June 29, from 1 to 3 p.m., at the Performing Arts Center, 702 Fourth St. NE.

The event is free and open to the public.

The first nationally distributed children’s series to feature a Native American lead character, “Molly of Denali” is about Alaska native Molly Mabray, a feisty and resourceful 10-year-old Gwich’in/Koyukon/Dena’ina Athabascan girl, who takes viewers ages 4 to 8 along with her on adventures and fosters literacy skills along the way.

With an emphasis on family and inter-generational relationships, episodes of “Molly of Denali” model Alaska native values, such as respecting others, sharing what you have and honoring your elders, while showcasing contemporary aspects of rural life, including strong female role models and how technology aids in communication.

Seattle-based voice actor Sovereign Bill (Muckleshoot/Tlingit) is the voice of Molly for the series.

Activities for the kickoff event will include a community screening, swag and other surprises for youth.

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For more on “Molly of Denali,” visit pbskids.org and mollyofdenalipodcast.org.