Black History Month special
From educational talks to fashion shows, Black History Month is packed with events celebrating the history, achievements and contributions of black people in the UK.
Scroll down to find out what’s happening near you! You can also pick up a book from Islington Libraries’ new booklist celebrating British authors of black heritage.
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400 years of black women resistance leaders
Tuesday 8 October, 6.30 – 9pm
A seminar detailing the black women around the world who have made pivotal contributions towards the fight for freedom and equality.
Islington Town Hall, N1 2UD
Email info@everyvoice.org.uk to book.
Afrikan Heritage Writers present ‘100 Years Unheard – WW1 and the Afrikan Diasporan Woman’
Saturday 12 October, 1-5pm
The book celebrates the lives and unheard stories of Afrikan heritage women impacted by the Great War and gives voice to those history has forgotten.
Central Library, N5 1PF
Under 5s storytelling
Tuesday 15 October, 10am and 10.45am
The Keskidee Centre in Gifford Street was Britain’s first arts centre for the black community. Hear some special storytelling celebrating its history.
Islington Museum, EC1V 4NB
An evening with Paul Crooks
Thursday 17 October, 6-7.30pm
Trailblazing family historian Paul Crooks, author of Ancestors, traced his family back six generations. Paul’s acclaimed novel and appearance on Who Do You Think You Are? inspired a generation to start exploring black and British ancestry. Paul talks about his book and his journey to find his family history.
Central Library, N5 1PF
Self-care as an act of warfare: a black women’s reading group
Thursday 17 October, 7-9pm
Black feminist book club offers a radical perspective on resistance, resilience and perseverance.
Housmans Radical Booksellers, 25 Caledonian Rd, N1 9DX
If you would like to attend, email blackfeministreading@gmail.com
Unseen Scientists by Linnean Learning
Monday 21 October
Join this exciting printmaking workshop and discover a range of natural historians past and present, with emphasis on black, Asian and minority ethnic pioneers in the life sciences. Finished entries will be submitted to the Linnean Society’s BioMedia Meltdown competition, with a chance to win prizes for artistic and scientific merit! For ages 7-12.
Central Library, N5 1PF, 11am-12.30pm
Lewis Carroll Library, N1 0ST, 2.30-4pm
African Style Head Dress
Tuesday 22 October, 2.30pm-4pm
Create your own crown for Black History Month. For ages 4+
Cat and Mouse Library, N7 0JN
Black history education – a practice of freedom
Tuesday 22 October 6-9pm
Celebrate black-led interventions that are decolonising history curriculums and challenging the racial bias.
Brickworks Community Centre, 42 Crouch Hill, N4 4BY
For further information email Aishah.w@everyvoice.org.uk
Hair, It’s a Family Affair!
Wednesday 23 October
Join award-winning author Mylo Freeman who will be reading from her picture book which celebrates afro hair and getting children involved in an illustration workshop. For ages 3-7.
South Library, N1 2SL, 11am-12noon
Archway Library, N19 5PH, 2-3pm
Our stories; reminiscence and history-making
Wednesday 23 October, 11am-12noon
A fun workshop for African and Caribbean people aged over 55. Bring along family photographs for a morning of sharing and storytelling and creating black history family archives.
Drovers Centre, 19 North Road, N7 9EY
If you would like to attend email asinclair@ageukislington.org.uk or call 020 7607 7701
Abstract art workshop
Friday 25 October, 2.30pm
Create your own Frank Bowling-inspired modern abstract art work. For ages 4+
Archway Library, N19 5PH
Black history of Islington walk
Saturday 26 October, 10.45am-1pm
A two-hour walking tour through some of Islington’s little-known landmarks and places of significance. Find out about the first Black cultural arts centre, the history of the ANC, Islington’s Egyptian links and the legacies of Black revolutionary politicians and activists, such as Claudia Jones and Angela Davies.
Meet outside Angel Station (or inside if it’s raining)
Suggested £3 donation to attend, spaces are limited. Email info@everyvoice.org.uk to book.
Kimbanguism – a universal heritage
Saturday 26 October, 4-9pm
Discover more about the ideology and vision of Simon Kimbangu, a peaceful freedom fighter in the Congo during the colonial era. There will be a choir, play and a brass band to enjoy.
Manor Gardens, N7 6ER
To book, email mr.iyefa@gmail.com or call 07438 637065
African drumming
Saturday 26 October, 4-9pm
Holly Park Methodist Church and KeKeLi Dance Ensemble present an evening of entertainment for all the family with African drumming, a quiz and dancing, plus a book stand, fashion show and food.
Holly Park Methodist Church Hall, Crouch Hill, N4 4BY
Email hollypark@live.com for more information
Fashion4Africa showcase
Saturday 26 October, 5.30-10.30pm
A showcase celebrating African fashion and beauty, with catwalk shows, competitions and live entertainment including artists from Ethiopia, Sudan and Ghana.
Gracepoint, 161-169 Essex Road, N1 2SN
Tickets from £11.37
For further information contact annanjieafrica@gmail.com
Under 5s messy play
Thursday 31 October, 10am
Get creative at this messy play session to celebrate the Keskidee Centre’s history.
Islington Museum, EC1V 4NB
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