Windrush Celebration Day
Join us for a vibrant celebration of Windrush heritage hosted by Annette Fagon & Dr Edson Burton MBE in partnership with ACTA!
Experience a day filled with music, stories, art, and community as we honour the incredible journey of the Windrush generation. From soul-stirring folk songs to powerful personal narratives, this celebration brings to life the resilience, creativity, and profound impact of Caribbean communities in Britain.
Immerse yourself in:
- Live Caribbean music w/ Artuba & Bandyt
- St Pauls Carnival's Human Library w/ Lawrence Hoo, Muneera Pilgrim, Julz Davis & Rider Shafique
- Book readings by prominent Bristol & UK authors inc Moses Mckenzie, Dr Kehinde Andrews
- Vibrant arts exhibition
- Fun games in the garden
- Authentic West Indian cuisine
A day of connection, remembrance, and joyful cultural celebration – bringing generations together to share, learn, and honour a pivotal chapter of British history.
Schedule
Folk Songs with Artuba 12pm - 1pm
Fun Palace Workshop 12-12.45pm
Carnival Human Library 1:30pm - 2:30pm
DJs 2:30pm - 4pm
Black Book Fair 12pm - 4pm
Black and British Exhibition 12pm - 4pm
