Events
What’s on
Get a unique insight into the exhibition through talks by the curators, take part in family activities and more. Our programme of events will supplement and enrich your experience of the exhibition.
Events will be announced soon.
Aspire Black Suffolk events
Inspired by Power of Stories, Aspire Black Suffolk have organised a community-led programme of events running parallel with the exhibition. More events will be added soon!
2021
Art Eat Mural: Your Story, Your Power
A new mural on Ipswich Waterfront. Designed, developed and delivered in collaboration with Ghanian artist Edward Ofosu, Mexican artist Raul G. Loya and residents at HMP Hollesley Bay prison.
22 June 2021, 12pm – 4pm
Windrush Day celebration with the Phaze 2 Steel Band
The Windrush Select Committee is celebrating National Windrush Day on the Cornhill in central Ipswich with steelpan music by Ipswich’s very own, Phaze 2 Caribbean Steelband.
From 22 June 2021
Denkyem Youth Podcast
Hosted by Jawanda and Lāna’i, Denkyem Youth is a youth social action group which is part of the Suffolk Black Community Forum.
24 June 2021, 3pm
Ipswich Film Theatre screening of Mandabi (PG)
Set in Dakar, Mandabi tells the story of Ibrahim (Makhouredia Gueye) and the transformative effect that a 25,000-franc money order from his nephew in Paris has on his fortunes.
28 June 2021, 6:30pm
Les Spaine DJ & Q&A event
Proceeds of this event go to Save The Riverside and Prostate Cancer charities. In partnership with The Riverside and The Boathouse Kitchen and Bar. Suitable for ages 18+
3, 10 & 17 July 2021 | 2 August 2021 | 2 October 2021, 1pm – 4pm
Yoruba Language Classes
Learn Yoruba, the culturally rich language widely spoken in Nigeria. Hosted by Karibu African Women’s Support Group at Burlington Baptist Church Hall
16 July 2021, 7pm – 8pm
Windrush Online Lectures – We have an anchor!
Patrick Vernon (OBE) and Elaine Arnold are guests this evening celebrating the Windrush Era.
17 July 2021, 10am – 4pm
Create Your Life Experience workshop
For young people aged 11 to 16. Identify and unleash your genius so you can become the author and create the life you want to experience. At The Hold.
DATE TBC
Coming Soon: Black Suffolk
A photographic exhibition by John Ferguson on the Cornhill.
11 & 18 September 2021 | 9, 16 & 27 October 2021 | 11 November 2021, 11am – 2pm
African Cooking Workshops
Learn how to cook amazing dishes from the African continent at Burlington Baptist Church Hall with Lara Uzokwe. Hosted by Karibu African Women’s Support Group.
Visiting the exhibition
Address
Christchurch Mansion, Soane Street, Ipswich, IP4 2BE
Exhibition dates
26 June – 24 October 2021
Christchurch Mansion
Soane St, Ipswich IP4 2BE, UK
Visiting the exhibition
Christchurch Mansion
Soane St, Ipswich IP4 2BE, UK
Address
Christchurch Mansion, Soane Street, Ipswich, IP4 2BE
Exhibition dates
26 June – 24 October 2021
