The American Conservation Film Festival was created by a group of volunteers who shared both a devotion to film arts and a commitment to conservation. They also shared the belief that attitudes about the environment are shaped by our experiences in it and that people and their cultures are an essential part of Earth’s biosphere.

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The venture started and has remained in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, the location of two partners who have provided the venues for ACFF films since the Festival’s founding in 2003:  the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service’s National Conservation Training Center and Shepherd University. From the outset, ACFF struck a chord with local filmgoers and tourists from the Washington, DC and Baltimore, Maryland regions. ACFF has expanded its audience by keeping ticket prices low and presenting many of its films free of charge.

MARCH 6–9, 2025

FRANK ARTS CENTER | SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY  SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV

2025 American Conservation Film Festival

Join us for four unforgettable days featuring 28 inspiring films that share stories of hope, resilience, and the individuals making a difference for our planet.

• Experience these stories as they were meant to be seen—on the big screen (with open captioning) surrounded by a community of passionate and curious individuals.
• Engage with filmmakers and hear from special guest speakers, gaining behind-the-scenes insights and expertise.
• All conveniently located at the Frank Arts Center on the campus of Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, WV with FREE and easy parking.

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