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Interactive map
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:01:54 GMT
New interactive map!
Explore our interactive map mapping one of BCA's collections.
...moreRadio 4 drama based on letters from BCA's collections
Fri, 04 Dec 2009 12:22:44 GMT
Black Cultural Archives is excited to announce the airing of a radio drama based on letters held in our collection that belonged to Amy Barbour-James. The drama will be aired on BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour at 10.45 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00p4qgj) , from the 7th-11th December, repeated at 19.45 every evening.
Find out about Amy Barbour-James here
...moreDeadline passed
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:29:39 GMT The deadline for the position of Assistant Archivist has now passed. ...more
Vacancy - Assistant Archivist
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:02:06 GMT Black Cultural Archives is currently recruiting an Assistant Archivist, for more details see the Vacancies page. ...more
Story of London: Khadambi Asalache house
Wed, 17 Jun 2009 09:26:43 GMT
As part of the Mayor's month-long Story of London festival, Black Cultural Archives and the National Trust present ‘sneak preview’ tours of the home of the Kenyan poet and artist Khadambi Asalache.
This magical and beautiful house is decorated throughout with wooden fretwork hand-carved by Khadambi over 20 years. The symbolism and images depicted within the fretwork, combined with Khadambi's personal collection of artefacts and artworks tell a fascinating story of the poet making his home in London.
After the tour, visitors will be invited to take part in a discussion on the themes inherent in the house.
ADDRESS:
Khadambi Asalache House, London, SW8
(those selected from the ticket ballot will be given the full address - for security reasons we are unable to do this for publicity)
NEAREST TUBE:
Vauxhall
HOW TO BOOK:
Due to the size of the house numbers are strictly limited; as such tickets will be issued by ballot.
If you would like to apply please e-mail to tickets@bcaheritage.org.uk by WEDNESDAY 24 JUNE giving your name, contact details and the number of tickets you are applying for (maximum 2 per application).
Please type ‘Story of London’ in the subject line.
Tour will be at 3pm. The combined tour and discussion will last approx. 60-90 minutes.
Please note: The rooms in the house are quite small and there are steep stairs and no storage areas. Please do not wear high heels as these damage the delicate floor surfaces.
Vacancy: Project Officer
Thu, 04 Jun 2009 09:58:24 GMT
Black Cultural Archives is currently recruiting a Project Officer, see the Vacancies section for more information.
...moreVacancy: Collections Manager
Tue, 26 May 2009 10:09:10 GMT
Black Cultural Archives is currently recruiting a Collections Manager.
See the Vacancies section for more information.
...moreOnline image gallery
Wed, 20 May 2009 13:30:32 GMT You can now browse a selection of items from the archive online, click here to view our image gallery. ...more
Launch of online catalogue
Wed, 20 May 2009 13:26:16 GMT Our searchable catalogue is now online. Click here to explore our collections. ...more
Update - An evening to celebrate our projects...
Fri, 08 May 2009 14:24:51 GMT
We have been overwhelmed by response for the event on the 19th May and regret that it is now fully booked. Thanks for your interest and please to check here for similar events in the future.
...moreAn evening to celebrate our projects...
Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:02:09 GMT
Oral Histories of the Black Women's Movement and Documenting the Archives
On Tuesday May 19th BCA will host an evening of presentations and performances at the Karibu Centre in Brixton. Starting at 6.30pm, the event will include a hot buffet and will finish by 8.30pm. To book your ticket please call 020 75828516, or email tickets@bcaheritage.org.uk including your name and a contact number, how many places you would like to reserve, and where you heard about the event.
...moreBCA launches new website
Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:07:27 GMT
BCA today launches a brand new website. Let us know your thoughts! More content will be added in the coming weeks.
...moreCommunity fundraising launch at Brixton Academy
Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:03:30 GMT
Fundraising for £6.5m Black Heritage Centre in Brixton kicks off with major charity concert at O2 Brixton Academy
A drive to raise funds to create the UK’s first national home to Black cultural heritage and history is to kick off in earnest on March 29th with a major concert at Brixton Academy.
Black Cultural Archives needs to raise £2.3m for the dream to become a reality. To help BCA meets its target, a community fundraising event is being held on March 29 at the 02 Brixton Academy, featuring comedienne Gina Yashere, Yolanda Brown (MOBO award winner), Ashley Walters – (Actor/Rapper), Kele Le Roc, Omar, Paulette Tajah & Janet Kay (reggae artists), Richard Blackwood (MTV), Crazy Cousins feat. Kyla and more.
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