Camden’s Black History Season has arrived
The Council’s celebration of Black history, culture and creativity is back – from live performances to exhibitions, tours and more.
Camden Council’s pioneering Black History Season is regarded as one of the longest celebrations of Black History in the country, and this year boasts the biggest programme of events yet.
For the seventh year, the season will run from autumn into winter, offering London and visitors from across the UK the opportunity to immerse themselves in the contributions of Black people through stories, film, music and art.
The wealth of events available to book now includes weekly lunches and games with Carib Eats Weekly, big laughs and a line-up full of talent at Come Mek We Larf, inspiring talks held at Camden Town Hall, like Legacy in Motion and an exhibition by Camden artist Matt Small.
Most events are free or Pay What You Can with proceeds from selected events supporting the vital work of the African Caribbean Leukaemia Trust (@acltcharity).
“From live performances, Caribbean cook-ups to thoughtfully curated exhibitions, Camden’s extended Black History Season brings Black history to life, honours lasting legacies, and celebrates communities that have shaped Camden and continue to do so today.
“If you live in London and want to discover something new, or deepen your understanding of Black history, then book your place on one of Camden’s free and low-cost Black History Season events while spaces are available.”
See highlighted events below – and find the full programme and book spaces at lovecamden.org/blackhistoryseason
| Seeing the Potential |
URL: Love Camden — Seeing the Potential: Exhibit by Matthew Small | Seeing the Potential is an exhibition by artist Matthew Small. His work asks us to slow down and look again: to recognise individuality within the crowd, and to consider whose stories are seen, remembered and celebrated. Free Workshops Alongside the exhibition, a series of creative collage portrait workshops will invite participants to explore these ideas through making. |
| Carib Eats Weekly Canteen for Community |
| Carib Eats is a Caribbean-focused food and community initiative offering delivery services, cultural events, and inclusive community spaces. Join Carib Eats for an affordable Caribbean meal, bingo and other social activities. |
| Black Music & Rebellion: 50 Years of Punk |
URL: Love Camden — Black Music & Rebellion: 60 Years of Punk | What do reggae, ska, dub, soul and Caribbean sound-system culture have to do with punk? Join broadcaster Richie Brave and guests to explore Black music's powerful influence and Camden's place in the story. |
| Come Mek We Larf |
Pay what you can | Big laughs, brilliant company and a line-up full of talent. Join host Mr Cee with Josephine Lacey, Diesel, Selam Amare and Slim for Come Mek We Larf. |
| Afrodeities: The Misclassified Continent |
URL: Love Camden — Afrodeities: The Misclassified Continent Talk | In this powerful talk, Chinenye Egbuna Ikwuemesi, Founder and Director of The Afrodeities Institute, examines the narratives that have shaped perceptions of Africa over time. |