Migrant Women from the City to the East End
Migrant Women from the City to the East End
Wednesday 20 May, 17:30–19:30
Meet at: 35 Vine St, London EC3N 2PX
Tickets: Pay what you can – click here to book your place via Eventbrite
Discover the stories of migrant women that have shaped the City of London.
Journey with us through the streets of Aldgate and the East End to discover the lives of migrant women who shaped the area. We will walk in the footsteps steps of countless generations of women who came here to forge a life for themselves, and in doing so shaped the city that we know and love today. From civil rights activists to internationally famous performers, a Moroccan seamstress and an African American author, discover how women from the Roman period through to today have left their mark on London’s and the nation’s story.
The tour will start from outside Senzo Cafe on Vine Street and will end near Brick Lane, lasting approximately 2 hours and walking roughly 1.6miles. Please note that there is a toilet and facilities at the start of the tour. Please arrive promptly for the tour to start at 17.30pm
If you would like to know more details to help you assess the accessibility of this event please email liberty@migrationmuseum.org
Photo: Elzbieta Piekacz
Meet your guide
Hi, I’m Anika, a Northeastern University student interested in stories, especially the ones we don’t always hear, and how they shape the way we see the world. I’ve always been drawn to the intersections of migration, identity, and everyday experiences, and I love finding ways to make history feel more human and relatable.
Behind the research
This tour was researched and developed by four student interns, taking part in a placement programme run by the Museum in partnership with Queen Mary University of London, School of Oriental and African Studies, King’s College London and Northeastern University, London campus.
Income generated from our “Pay what you can” tours directly supports the continuation of these research placements. By joining us, you are helping to fund future projects that empower students to uncover hidden histories, ensuring that the diverse stories of migrant communities continue to be researched and shared with the public.