Herstory LIVE (BLM Brum exhibition launch)

Thu 20 Oct - 18:30 – 22:00

”Until the lion has its own historian, tales of hunting will always be of the hunter”
– African Proverb
… So we’re gonna eat the hunter and digest our own histories.

A night of poetry, music and storytelling exploring the themes of historic stories of the under represented diaspora.

Explore history, herstory and our stories through art, conversation and all the vibes. Chakrajuice & Ital will be on sale.

Line up soon to be announced.

Limited open mic slots online, DM Artivist to grab one or email artivistsuk@gmail.com. (3 slots will also be available on the door)

*Bring an alternative history article or piece of information you’d like to share rolled up into a scroll. All will be explained on the night*

TICKETS £5 on the door & £4 online.

Doors open 7.30, kick off 8pm til late.

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