Brent Views: Shaping the legacy of the British Empire Exhibition
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| Did you know that the British Empire Exhibition of 1924 and 1925 took place right here in Brent, at what was then known as ?Empire Stadium??The British Empire Exhibition (BEE) was the largest of its kind, celebrating Britain’s colonial empire and displaying the countries, resources, and people under British rule.
Now, it’s time to re-examine this history through your eyes.
Today, Brent Museum and Archives holds over 400 items from this historical event.
As we approach the 100th anniversary of the BEE, we invite you to question this collection with us. Which stories do we need to uncover and tell? How can we ensure these artefacts reflect the diverse memories and perspectives of our community?
Join this special event where you can view some of the collection and learn more aboutBecoming Brent- a project dedicated to revisiting Brent’s BEE collections.
Don?t miss this chance to shape how Brent Museum approaches this important part of our history. |
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Where:The Library at Willesden Green
When:Thursday 26 September, 5 – 8pm |
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| Join Brent Libraries for captivating poetry readings and discussion centred on the groundbreaking anthology of Sri Lankan and diasporic poetry.The event will feature four poets from the anthologyOut of Sri Lanka, plus editors Vidyan Ravinthiran and Shash Trevett. |
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Where:Ealing Road Library
When:Saturday 28 September, 2 – 3.30pm |
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Coffee Morning: Art from the Land of High Mountains
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| For East and South East Asian Heritage Month 2024, join Art Responders to discover the work of some contemporary Korean artists.
Experiment with the ink drawing technique of Elaine Ildan Choi, integrating traditional Korean brushwork with your own personal mark-making. |
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Where:Kingsbury Library
When:Monday 30 September, 11am – 12.30pm |
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BookTrust under 5 story and rhyme time: Oral health and speech and language sessions
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| Join these free drop in sessions to learn about the importance of happy healthy teeth with Maggie the Dragon and her friends, as well as to find out how to make your child a healthy packed lunch.
At our speech and language sessions, a speech and language therapist will show you how to use everyday conversations, play and daily routines to support communication and social development in your child.
Plus, join us for the usual storytelling and your favourite rhymes! |
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| BookTrust story and rhyme time oral health sessions
Where:The Library at Willesden Green
When:Wednesday 30 October, 11 – 11.30am
BookTrust story and rhyme time speech and language sessions
Where:Ealing Road Library
When:Thursday 3 October, 11 – 11.30am
Where:Harlesden Library
When:Thursday 3 October, 11 – 11.30am |
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A Harlesden photographer at the British Empire Exhibition
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| In 1924, individuals from diverse backgrounds journeyed to Wembley to represent their countries at the British Empire Exhibition. Among them were officials and traders from islands in the Caribbean, and more than 70 years later, a collection of photographs showcasing them, taken at the time by a local photographer from Harlesden, was rediscovered.
Join amateur local historian and member of the Wembley History Society, Philip Grant, as he shares these photographs and the stories behind the Caribbean presence at Wembley in 1924.
Part of theBecoming Brentprogramme. |
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Where:Harlesden Library
When:Tuesday 8 October, 11am – 12noon |
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Coffee morning: A Peal of Socialism
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| A Brent resident for over 40 years, Graham Durham has set his first novelA Peal of Socialismin Cricklewood, Willesden and Kilburn.
Covering 1936-45, it examines themes of war, trade unionism, Empire, betrayal, and love through the eyes of five young people. |
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Where:Kilburn Library
When:Wednesday 9 October, 11am – 12noon |
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Aim Literary Festival 2024: Mindfulness and Art Journaling
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| Join this adult workshop for an enriching evening where literature meets mindfulness and creativity.
Led by an author, this workshop will allow you to engage directly with techniques that combine writing and art, helping you to cultivate presence and artistic expression in your daily life. |
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Where:Kilburn Library
When:Thursday 10 October, 3.30 – 5.30pm |
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Coffee morning: Getting to know the garden
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| To celebrate Green Libraries Week, 7?13 October, join author and educator Michael Holland to discover techniques to help you save money while enjoying the benefits of the great outdoors.
You’ll have the opportunity to take home something to grow and enjoy part of the session working in the library’s garden. |
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Where:Ealing Road Library
When:Thursday 10 October, 11.30am – 1pm |
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A documentary film screening of Brent’s Black music history and talk event
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| Come and celebrate the rich history of black music in Brent, especially in Harlesden at this film screening and information gathering session.
In 2007 local voluntary group BTWSC worked with Brent Museum to launch the Heritage Lottery Funded ‘Brent Black Music History Project’ (BBMHP) DVD and book.
Seventeen years on the project is reviewing these resources, which captured Brent associated artists, producers, radio stations, record labels and shops, to update the information. At this session you can contribute your knowledge and materials to the project to add to this rich resource.
Part of theBecoming Brentprogramme. |
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Where:The Library at Willesden Green
When:Thursday 10 October, 6 – 9pm |
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Becoming Brent: Marking democratic South Africa at 30 with talk, sound and vision
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| Join Brent Museum and Archives for a powerful event marking 30 years of South African democracy and the people of Brent who supported the anti-apartheid struggle.
This event is a moment to critically reflect and continue the fight for justice, delving into the ongoing struggles for equality, freedom, and dignity in South Africa and beyond.
Through a blend of radical art, stirring literature and historical reflection, we will confront the complexities and challenges of a post-apartheid society, highlighting the role of Brent in supporting the anti-apartheid struggle.
Speakers include South African artist Garth Erasmus, anti-apartheid activist Suresh Kamath, independent history researcher, historical musicologist, music industry tutor and occasional journalist Kwaku, sociologist Prof. Chris Mullard and Eugene Skeef FRSA South African-born percussionist, composer, painter, poet and music educator.
Part of theBecoming Brentprogramme. |
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Where:The Library at Willesden Green
When:Sunday 13 October, 3 – 6pm |
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Last chance to see: Unveiling BrillianceUntil Saturday 28 SeptemberWillesden Gallery, The Library at Willesden Green
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| “Unveiling Brilliance” brings together selected artworks by Toyin Oriade.Inspired by nature, her dreams and both her British and Nigerian cultures, this collection of paintings, prints and poems reflect the breadth and depth of Toyin’s artistic endeavours.
The exhibition showcases Toyin’s use of various mediums includingwatercolour, tie-dye, oil and acrylic, as well as text from Toyin’s own poetry. |
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Coming soon: Light and DarknessTuesday 1 – Saturday 12 OctoberWillesden Gallery, The Library at Willesden Green
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