258 - Black History Month 🎉
Black History Month kicks off this Saturday, Feb 1 with opening cermonies at Museum London before spreading across the city for the next 28 days. As in years past, here’s a few events we’re looking forward to alongside the accounts and website to follow for more!
London Black Heritage Council 🗓️
The London Black Heritage Council’s Instagram account is full of news and event announcements—particularly this set of story highlights. (For year-round events, keep an eye on their website too!) 👀
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Black History Month at Western 🐴
Western’s got a packed schedule this year including lectures, film screenings and luncheons. 🎓
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Black History Month at YAYA’s Kitchen 🌍
YAYA’S Kitchen is offering a 7-9 course tasting menu every Saturday in February featuring local, seasonal ingredients chosen to honour the history and cultural diversity of the Black diaspora. 🤤
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More Listings and Resources ✅
Make sure to keep an eye on eventbrite’s local listings, along with Tourism London, TVDSB and the London Children’s Museum Black History Month family reading list. 📚
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