This informative and inspirational presentation and screening by Black History Studies tells the story of the African Americans who left America to create the Jazz age in Paris between the First and Second World Wars. After peace was signed at Versailles, many African Americans remained in Europe rather than return to the brutal segregation and racism of America. Over the next two decades, they formed an expatriate community of musicians, entertainers and entrepreneurs, primarily congregating in Paris’ hilly Montmarte neighbourhood. Donations are encouraged and gratefully accepted.

THIS EVENT IS NOT TO BE MISSED!!

This event will take place on Saturday 30 May 2026 from 12:00 GMT at The Black Cultural Centre Islington, 16–18 Hornsey Road, London, N7 7BT. Nearest tube station is Holloway Road (Piccadilly Line).

Food and drinks will be on sale.

To book your free place go to https://tinyurl.com/5n8kwd3a

This event is FREE. Donations will be appreciated to fund future events.

For this event we know that demand will be high but capacity is limited so entrance will be on a FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS. Be on time to guarantee entry. We recommend a donation of £5.00 but welcome any amount so we can fund future events.

Please note that this event will be photographed for historical record and uploaded to the World Wide Web. By attending and participating in this event, you are giving your consent to be photographed and waiving any and all claims regarding the use of your image.