High on the Hog: Free Screening & Panel

Getting Word African American History Department

Join us for a free screening of “Our Founding Chefs” episode of acclaimed Netflix series, High on the Hog, followed by a panel discussion.

Jefferson School African American Heritage Center

Join us for the opening event of the weekend-long Black Family History Lab: High on the Hog: Free Screening &amp; Panel at the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center Auditorium. “Our Founding Chefs,” a locally filmed episode of the acclaimed Netflix series, discusses the impact of <a href="https://www.monticello.org/jameshemings/" title="https://www.monticello.org/jameshemings/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">James Hemings</a>, a renowned chef enslaved by Thomas Jefferson, on America’s palate. This in-person screening will be followed by a panel discussion with the episode's guest stars, and will be an excellent opportunity to learn about the rich history of African American foodways and culture through a local lens.For more information on the Black Family History Lab, <a href="https://www.monticello.org/bfhl24" title="https://fb.me/e/8lKPNa7O2" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">visit our event page here</a> or <a href="https://fb.me/e/8lKPNa7O2" title="https://fb.me/e/8lKPNa7O2" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">our Facebook event here</a>.

Agenda

Join us in the JSAAHC Auditorium before the screening for light bites, refreshments, and conversation.

Opening Reception

“Our Founding Chefs,” a locally filmed episode of the acclaimed Netflix series, discusses the impact of James Hemings, a renowned chef enslaved by Thomas Jefferson, on America’s palate.

Screening of High on the Hog Episode "Our Founding Chefs"

Join us for a panel discussion with the episode’s guest stars Niya Bates, local public historian and preservationist; Gayle Jessup White, author and descendant; and Leni Sorensen, American chef and culinary historian.

Panel Discussion with Episode Guest Stars

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High on the Hog: Free Screening & Panel

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