Finsbury Library, 245 St John Street, EC1V 4NB

Tracing African Ancestry Back to the Early 1800s with Paul Crooks

Join Black history speaker Paul Crooks for an insightful masterclass on tracing African ancestry. Known for his pioneering research into Black ancestry, Paul Crooks will delve into the legacy of British slave-ownership and Black British heritage, focusing on the African Caribbean and African American communities.

In this event, Paul will use his personal journey as a case study to:

Reveal how he traced his family's Black history back to the early 1800s

Discuss records specific to research into Black ancestry, and other valuable resources

Share a step-by-step approach to uncovering ancestral records

Explain challenges encountered in this research and how to overcome them.

This talk is for anyone inspired by the inspirational figures and historical events that shape our current understanding. Discover stories of ancestors who resisted racial injustice, igniting the imagination and driving personal and professional growth.

Ideal for those who are:

New to exploring family history

Experienced in searching for ancestors and seeking additional sources of information

Interested in uncovering more about their heritage and ancestral records

This event offers invaluable insights for Caribbean and African American people keen on tracing their African ancestry.