International BHM

A 1955 photo taken at the Moulin Rouge Hotel & Casino in between shows. Pictures: Anna Bailey, Dianh Washington, Bob Bailey, Norma de la Cerna, Barbar and Dee Dee Jasmin. The Moulin Rouge was the first integrated casino in Las Vegas. It closed 6 months after opening.

African Americans who made their name in Vegas

Las Vegas has helped many people launch their careers and become global superstars. Famous names that owe a…


Faith Ringgold in front of Tar Beach 2, 1996 Photo credit: Grace Matthews © 2019 Faith Ringgold / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York, Courtesy ACA Galleries, New York

Artist Extraordinaire in London – Faith Ringgold

For the first time Faith Ringgold’s extraordinary work is being shown in London as a major solo exhibition…


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Black History Month

2025 LISTINGS

Photo © Lewis Ronald
Cambridge Thursday 22 May

Museum Late: Future Legacies

Join us after-hours at the Museum for a lively evening of art, music, conversation and engaging workshops inspired…

Lambeth Friday 23 May

Mix & Move: Hip-Hop Grooves

Showcasing dance styles and dancers from across the globe, Mix & Move is our monthly programme of accessible dance workshops…

Westminster Saturday 24 May

Black History River Cruise

3 hour cruise along the Thames from Temple to Greenwich and back showing the thousands of years of…

Jahnavi Inniss, Representation: Black British History Quilt, 2020-2024. © Jahnavi Inniss
Cambridge Saturday 24 May

Quilting workshop: Jahnavi Inniss

Immerse yourself in our patchwork and quilting workshop led by exhibition artist Jahnavi Inniss, award-winning textile-based graphic designer…