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African American Film Series: James Hemings: Ghost in America’s Kitchen
A curious chef uncovers the story of James Hemings – America’s culinary founding father and the enslaved property of Thomas Jefferson.
The series is sponsored in part by the Flint Institute of Arts, Dee Cramer Heating & Cooling, Fifth Third Bank, and Mid-Michigan NOW.
Each movie screening is free, and donations of $5 or more are encouraged but not required. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/AAFS2025
The 2025–2026 series will run monthly from November through February, with screenings scheduled for November 13 and December 18, 2025, and January 15 and February 12, 2026. All screenings will take place in person at the Flint Institute of Arts (1120 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503).
Guests are invited to begin the evening with access to the FIA’s galleries, a complimentary dinner, and live music starting at 5:30 PM. Screenings begin at 6:45 PM, followed by engaging post-film discussions led by experts and community voices who will unpack the themes and messages of each film.