Do we still need Black History Month?
Vote in the MJ poll and have your say
This October local authorities across the UK are putting on a range of events to mark the 25 years of Black History Month.
The event has been celebrated in the UK since 1987, when it was introduced by the former Greater London Council. It was later taken up by councils outside of the capital, including Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham.
This year, Hackney Museum in London will explore the story of Black History Month in Britain, with an exhibition Sankofa, the truth behind Black History Month 1926-2013 (until 16 November).
Jonathan McShane, Hackney Council’s cabinet member for health, social care and culture, said: “In Hackney we celebrate black culture and achievements all year round, along with those of the many diverse communities in our borough. This season of events is not only challenging and educational, but will also seek to explore and debate how we can work together to build a future without racism or discrimination.”
Is Black History Month still relevant? Should museums and other organisations put their efforts into representing and celebrating black culture throughout the year and in permanent displays – or is a month-long event still necessary?
Vote in the Museums Journal poll and have your say.
The event has been celebrated in the UK since 1987, when it was introduced by the former Greater London Council. It was later taken up by councils outside of the capital, including Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham.
This year, Hackney Museum in London will explore the story of Black History Month in Britain, with an exhibition Sankofa, the truth behind Black History Month 1926-2013 (until 16 November).
Jonathan McShane, Hackney Council’s cabinet member for health, social care and culture, said: “In Hackney we celebrate black culture and achievements all year round, along with those of the many diverse communities in our borough. This season of events is not only challenging and educational, but will also seek to explore and debate how we can work together to build a future without racism or discrimination.”
Is Black History Month still relevant? Should museums and other organisations put their efforts into representing and celebrating black culture throughout the year and in permanent displays – or is a month-long event still necessary?
Vote in the Museums Journal poll and have your say.