A free, day-long festival at the Migration Museum featuring book readings, dub poetry, dance workshops, performances and more. Read more
Take part in a unique wellbeing session – morning yoga led by Parmjit Sagoo, accompanied by live tabla by Mendi Singh. This event is at Leicester Museum & Art Gallery and accompanies our Heart of the Nation: Migration and the Making of the NHS exhibition Read more
A relaxing workshop using seeds as a symbol of hope and a focus for creativity. Read more
Join artists Ismail Khokon and Shamila Chady for a family friendly ‘create and make’ workshop at Leicester Museum & Art Gallery inspired by Heart of the Nation. Make your own Bengali ‘Tepa Putul’ – a clay pressed doll, or try painting with henna and turmeric to create symbols that represent journeys, wellbeing and care. Read more
Join participatory theatre company Psychedelight for a special co-created performance and workshop as part of Refugee Week 2023. Read more
A day-long festival to commemorate the 75th anniversary of Windrush featuring music, performance, storytelling, interactive talks, workshops and more – led by artists, creatives and organisations with lived experience as holders of the legacy of the Windrush Generation. Read more
Curls, cornrows, or crew cut – whatever the style, share your hair stories at the Migration Museum’s Reminiscence Café. Carers and friends welcome. Free refreshments provided
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Join artist Liz Hingley for a free workshop exploring the ways that smartphone SIM cards connect us and give us a sense of belonging. This free workshop is open to all but it is recommended for those age 15+. Read more
Join graphic artist Nadina Ali for an Eid-themed workshop where you will be making your very own Eid cards. Taking inspiration from Nadina’s bold and colourful typograhy art, you will be using text, drawing, collage and colour to create unique cards you can proudly share with friends and family celebrating the end of Ramadan. Read more
Learn how to crochet your own coaster in this workshop run by crochetcookey. Open to all – ages 12+ Read more
