To coincide with Archiving the Past, Reflecting the Future take a walk round the city centre and discover hidden histories about Leicester, the Black British presence and the cultural contribution made to the East Midlands by the African and African Caribbean community. Tours will take approximately two hours. Please wear comfortable shoes and weather appropriate clothing.
Dates
Wednesday 2 October, 2:00pm
Saturday 5 October, 11:00am
Tuesday 8 October, 4:00pm
Tuesday 15 October, 11:00am
Friday 18 October, 11:00am
Friday 25 October, 4:00pm
Saturday 26 October, 11:00am
Thursday 31 October, 4:00p
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