Discussions
Share your story and make your voice heard on by joining one of our discussion events.
Turtles of Newham celebrates resilience and heritage through art, film, music, and stories of hopeful strides in the borough. FULL DETAILS +
Join writer James Kenworth for a special talk and Q&A on The Newham Plays – a powerful series of community-rooted performances that bring to life the rich and often untold... FULL DETAILS +
Learn more about how a small corner shop on Upton Lane has shaped not only Newham’s local food culture, but also the community around it. FULL DETAILS +
Join this engaging discussion about a unique Royal Docks tradition. Recount what you remember, learn from others. FULL DETAILS +
Join this engaging discussion about a unique Royal Docks tradition. Recount what you remember, learn from others. FULL DETAILS +
Custom House, Our House is a community oral history & photography project with people participating in community-led regeneration in Custom House. FULL DETAILS +
Don’t miss our special Green St 90’s, Bollywood Singing & Art workshops project. Enjoy a time of audio, VHS cassettes & film magazines. FULL DETAILS +
An event shining a light on the experience of sailors who came on board ships to East London from across the British Empire in the late 19th and early 20th... FULL DETAILS +
A deep dive into the history of Green Street. An immigrant hub in East London which has left a lasting desi legacy. FULL DETAILS +
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Newham Heritage Month is an exciting heritage festival running throughout September, with new heritage content being added daily and a range of workshops and other free events to take part in across the borough.
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Newham Heritage Month is organised by Newham Council and made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to deliver an annual heritage programme for Newham since 2020.
