A culturally rich exhibition entitled "Black Wandsworth" was launched in South London. Curated by Michael Mapp, Black Wandsworth is a Celebration of the contribution to culture and society by people from the African diaspora in Wandsworth. The project is funded by Wandsworth Council- Black History 365 and was opened by The Worshipful, the Mayor of Wandsworth Cllr Juliana Annan.
Black History Month is celebrated across the U.K. in October. However, this year Wandsworth Council will develop an extensive programme of events, with African and Caribbean history, culture and heritage celebrated all year round with the launch of a programme called Black History 365. Black Wandsworth is one of the first projects to be launched with Artist and Social Entrepreneur Michael Mapp, a black resident of Wandsworth.
The exhibition will has been extend at the request of the D.R.C.A. and will remain open to the public for and Unaccompanied View until further notice.( Please note this is a working space so the showrooms could be in use when you plan to visit)
Monday - Friday 9am - 5 pm
Artist Tours By Appointment only Monday - Friday 10am - 12:00pm
Buzz the D.R.C.A. Buzz if the door is closed and state your intentions
Black History Month reception evening
Friday 27th October 6:30 - 10 pm
33 Charlotte Despard Ave,
London SW11 5JE.
Please R.S.V.P Below.
An exhibition commissioned by Wandsworth Councils Black History 365 initiative to celebrate Black History 365 days of the year.
Supported by The D.R.C.A.