From Wigan to Atlanta with David Yeates

Head to Warrington Museum at 4.30pm on Saturday, 7 November, for a fascinating talk by David Yeates.

In 𝑭𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝑾𝒊𝒈𝒂𝒏 𝒕𝒐 𝑨𝒕𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒂, he’ll share his life story and reflections on his heritage and identity, which form the basis of his upcoming memoir 📖

David Yeates grew up in 1970s Ashton-in-Makerfield, knowing he was different… but not knowing why.

In early adulthood, he discovered he was the son of Steve Belcher, a black GI based at Burtonwood Air Base.

In 2002, David travelled to Atlanta to meet his father for the first time, took a DNA test, and was welcomed into his extended African American family.

Tickets are FREE but must be booked in advance. Visit wmag.culturewarrington.org/whats-on

Image via Warrington Museum