2023 Event

Lee Alexander McQueen CBE – Plaque Unveiling

Friday 30th Jun 2023, 4.30pm - 6.30pm
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Portrait of Lee Alexander McQueen CBE

Lee Alexander McQueen CBE. © Gary James McQueen

Lee Alexander McQueen CBE (1969 – 2010) was one of the most celebrated fashion designers of his generation. He was known for his highly original designs that blended creativity with exceptional technical prowess.

Known to his friends and family as Lee, McQueen began his sartorial journey in Newham, at a tailoring course at Newham College.

During Newham Heritage Month he will be honoured with a blue plaque to celebrate his extraordinary creative contribution to the borough.

The plaque will be unveiled by Mayor Rokhsana Fiaz OBE and attended by members of the McQueen family.

The event follows a free special screening of BAFTA nominated documentary McQueen plus Q&A on 8th June.

 

Artists impression of commemorative plaque for fashion legend Lee Alexander McQueen CBE

Artist’s impression of blue plaque for Lee Alexander McQueen CBE

Archive Event: Please note this event was part of the 2023 events programme and the details provided are for your information only.

How to Attend

Please join us for this live and in-person event at Biggerstaff Road, London E15 2JR.

Tickets are free but you must register below.

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Biggerstaff Road, E15

Biggerstaff Rd, Stratford, London E15 2JR.

Biggerstaff Road, E15

Biggerstaff Rd, Stratford, London E15 2JR.

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