Our exhibition with the Bank of England Museum explores the Pardner Hand – the collective savings system the Windrush Generation brought to Britain, used by generations of Caribbeans excluded by the banking system. The exhibition also explores how the Pardner Hand is still flourishing today.
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Objeks & Tings our new podcast launches on Windrush Day, 22 June celebrating 75 years of Caribbean people, culture and contribution in the UK, via stories about the objects Caribbeans cherish the most.
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Our 70 Objeks & Tings touring exhibition now at Nottingham Castle, accompanied by a book of the same name, tells the stories of the pioneering Windrush Generation in their own words, and celebrates the amazing contributions they have made, and continue to make.
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Oct
Black History Month 2023: Celebrate with our exhibitions & activities
Read moreHere’s a round-up of our exhibitions and activities to help you celebrate Black History Month this October. From a national exhibition with the Bank of
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12
Jul
How the Windrush Generation helped to keep Britain’s railways on track
Read moreIn collaboration with East Midlands Railway (EMR), we’re hosting a special Heritage Train Trip for former railway workers and their families – as part of
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22
Jun
Windrush 75: Objeks & Tings Podcast
Read moreWe’re very excited that our brand new podcast with Message Heard has made it into The Guardian’s Best podcasts of the week! Objeks & Tings
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20
Jun
Windrush 75: Pardner Hand exhibition with Bank of England
Read moreHow the Pardner Hand system inspired the development of the Credit Union Movement in the 1960s and beyond Hornsey Co-operative Credit Union Ten members of
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19
Jun
Windrush 75: A round-up of our exhibitions & events
Read more22 June 2023 marks the 75th anniversary of the SS Empire Windrush’s arrival at Tilbury Docks – the ship that brought the first members of
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Hello Catherine,
The National Caribbean Heritage Museum seems to be going from strength to strength and I pray the God will continue to Prosper you in all your endeavours.
Every Blessing
Revd A. Dixon -
Dear Catherine and Lynda
On behalf of myself and Anita, thank you very, very much for your generous time and excellent presentation and contribution at our Arts & Humanities Placement Showcase event yesterday. Here is a photo for your memory book!
Carolyn Owen -
Such amazing people and the projects they undertake are groundbreaking. Thank you.
Hannah Hunter -
Cannot say enough about the Museumand experience: fun, informative, never dull, fast paced and just give an amazing perspective on life in Britain.
Ruth Lawson