Preservation Hall, operating as a cherished family business, played a crucial role in preserving the rich culture of traditional jazz in New Orleans. Established amidst the city’s vibrant mix of African, Caribbean, and European musical traditions at the dawn of the 20th century, the hall defied segregation norms by welcoming racially-integrated bands and audiences during the Jim Crow era. The Jaffe family, at the heart of this institution, actively participated in the Southern Civil Rights Movement, often facing police scrutiny for their inclusive practices.