Black History Month 2009

design with colourful pattern

October is Black History Month. This national celebration aims to promote and celebrate Black contributions to British society, and to foster an understanding of Black history in general.

Throughout the month National Museums Liverpool holds a series of events including performances, talks, music, dance, craft activities and more, across several venues. Full details are listed below.

Learn more about Black History Month


Exhibitions

Trafficked

Trafficked
Copyright STOP THE TRAFFIK

An exhibition highlighting the ongoing struggle to combat human trafficking around the world, through the experiences of people whose lives have been affected by this modern day slave trade.

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International Slavery Museum
Friday 31 July 2009 to Monday 30 August 2010
International Slavery Museum visitor information


Black Britannia

portrait photograph of a young woman
Ms Dynamite. Copyright John Ferguson

An exhibition of portrait photographs by John Ferguson celebrating the contribution that Black people have made to British culture and public life over the last few decades.

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International Slavery Museum
Friday 7 August 2009 to Sunday 28 February 2010
International Slavery Museum visitor information


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