# Event Details - **Event Name**: Exploring Black History Through Family History: Who Do You Think You Are? - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Join Paul Crooks for a powerful talk on uncovering Black ancestry using records, oral history & DNA. Reconnect with your African roots.About this EventCelebrate Black History Month 2026 by discovering how to trace your African ancestry. Join Paul Crooks, a pioneering African Caribbean genealogist and Black history specialist, for a powerful and practical session on how to explore your African diasporan roots.Paul Crooks made history when he traced his African Caribbean family tree from London to Jamaica and back to West Africa using public records, oral history, and DNA testing. In this inspiring talk, Paul shares expert guidance, revealing the top tools and strategies he used to overcome obstacles and build a clear picture of his heritage.Whether you’re just starting out or already on your genealogy journey, this event is perfect for people of African, Caribbean, or African American descent who want to:Learn how to trace African ancestry through UK and international public recordsUnderstand the role of oral history and DNA testing in family researchGet past common challenges in Black family history researchReconstruct personal identity through the lens of African diasporic heritageDeepen your knowledge of African Caribbean and African American historyThis Black History Month event is ideal for beginners as well as those with some experience in genealogy. You’ll leave feeling empowered, informed, and inspired to honour your ancestors and continue your personal journey of discovery.About The SpeakerPaul Crooks is a trailblazing genealogist and published author with a specialist interest in Black ancestry. He pioneered Black genealogy research in the 1990s, tracing his own family history from London back six generations to ancestors who were enslaved on a sugar plantation in North America 200 years ago.Paul gained national recognition with his acclaimed historical novel "Ancestors" based on his family's story, and he has appeared as an expert on Black British genealogy on "Who Do You Think You Are?" with Moira Stuart. His second book "A Tree Without Roots" is a seminal guide to tracing Black British ancestry.Paul is credited with inspiring an upsurge of interest in Black and British genealogy and has spawned an industry in African Caribbean genealogy.Be sure to follow Black History Speaker Paul Crooks on Eventbrite!Take your journey to the next levelEnhance your event experience with exclusive add-ons designed to deepen your understanding of black history and ancestry. Watch the trailers below and secure your add on today. Don't miss out-reserve your spot and unlock the full potential of your heritage journey.https://youtu.be/3XJ16Z7OQ_chttps://vimeo.com/1221431788?fl=ip&fe=echttps://youtu.be/6C0OL41Xl8shttps://youtu.be/mQanCy3o1XM - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/exploring-black-history-through-family-history-who-do-you-think-you-are/100001996239387746 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Victoria library - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 47.76, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Victoria library - **lat**: 51.49275369999999 - **long**: -0.1480054 - **full address**: Victoria library, 160 Buckingham Palace Road, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Exploring Black History Through Family History: Who Do You Think You Are? - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/5bb86d8287effcfb41a24b5e5de2894bdb59db6815103e30d03e2e88c40f053c-rimg-w1200-h675-dc584818-gmir.jpg?v=1787083266 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Exploring Black History Through Family History: Who Do You Think You Are? being held? - **A:** Exploring Black History Through Family History: Who Do You Think You Are? takes place on Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Victoria library, 160 Buckingham Palace Road, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Exploring Black History Through Family History: Who Do You Think You Are?? - **A:** Exploring Black History Through Family History: Who Do You Think You Are? is organized by ANCESTRY TALKS WITH PAUL CROOKS. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Exploring Black History Through Family History: Who Do You Think You Are? is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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