Past Events
Explore the range of events that have been part of previous Newham Heritage Month programmes.
2025
Theme: Newham at 60
Join us for a creative Lino Printing Workshop celebrating memories of Canning Town Old Library. This creative session invites participants aged 16+ to reflect on personal or shared stories of... 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 +
The sounding of ships horns once heralded the New Year. This family-oriented programme of workshops, art exhibition, live music performances and a community parade explores a unique Royal Docks tradition. 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 +
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 +
A rare chance to visit to the historic West Ham Pump House before restoration work begins. 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 +
Celebrate new artworks produced by local artists as part of Drawing on Heritage: Postcards Commission. Four local artists; Maryam Haq, Amandine Forest-Aguié, Jo Wood and Maryam Adam spent the summer... FULL DETAILS +
Join this engaging discussion about a unique Royal Docks tradition. Recount what you remember, learn from others. FULL DETAILS +
It’s 1995 and the lesbians have a lot on their mind. The Lesbians of Forest Gate is a new play derived from interviews with lesbians living in Forest Gate over... FULL DETAILS +
Join this engaging discussion about a unique Royal Docks tradition. Recount what you remember, learn from others. FULL DETAILS +
A multi-media exhibition documenting the history of Newham City Farm spanning its 45+ year history from 1976 to 2021 and beyond. FULL DETAILS +
Cody Dock will be hosting a day festival, celebrating the River Lea. Expect a day packed with activities, workshops, exhibitions, performances, live music & more. FULL DETAILS +
Premiere of a new play about The Silvertown Strike of 1889; a strike which changed the course of Trade Unionism and laid the foundations of the Labour Movement. FULL DETAILS +
Celebrating community spaces run by Caribbean people in Newham in this multi-activity day with Cold Islanders. FULL DETAILS +
The sounding of ships horns once heralded the New Year. This family-oriented creative workshop explores a unique Royal Docks tradition. FULL DETAILS +
An interactive exhibition about the personal history of people who skateboard in Newham. 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 +
Explore the studios of the artists at Alice Billing House, as well as see the work produced for the Newham Heritage Month Project, 'Inspector of Nuisances'. FULL DETAILS +
A multi-media exhibition documenting the history of Newham City Farm spanning its 45+ year history from 1976 to 2021 and beyond. FULL DETAILS +
A talk by Dean Evans, expert and author on John Passmore Edwards, and the huge legacy John and his wife Eleanor left, for the people of this country including Plaistow... 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 +
Celebration and exhibition showcasing the history of Deaf people in Newham FULL DETAILS +
A multimedia exhibition of projections and artwork produced in response to Alice Billing and Alice Billing House. FULL DETAILS +
An installation charting the maritime history and the heritage of the Royal Docks. FULL DETAILS +
A unique and highly entertaining take on a wide selection of songs made popular in the East End. FULL DETAILS +
Secrets Shared: Eastside Archive Goes Live - First Phase of Major Oral History Collection. Revolutionary online platform launches to preserve and share the rich people's history of Newham and East... FULL DETAILS +
Listen to For the Record: Talking Change and Future Hopes – stories from local people featured in Rekindling. FULL DETAILS +
Come and hear a story about music, the power of opportunity and the strength of a community that believed in its young people. FULL DETAILS +
AAA hosts a Heritage Family Fun Day at Arc in the Park for Newham Heritage Month — celebrating togetherness, play & shared culture. FULL DETAILS +
A special heritage art session, drawing on personal memories of Green Street. FULL DETAILS +
Guided heritage bike trail and screening, for all ages. Cycle through Forest Gate’s beautiful green spaces, stopping at sites of fascinating local cycling heritage along the way. Scan the 8... FULL DETAILS +
Mechanically Minded is a celebration of the extraordinary life of Edward Ernest Etty, ‘Ted’, owner of Etty & Tyler, the iconic motorbike & cycle repair shop, E7. FULL DETAILS +
Explore the Tamil heritage of the displaced diaspora from Jaffna, Sri Lanka through film, stories, photos and interactive activities. FULL DETAILS +
Get a sneak peek! Tour the future Newham Heritage Centre at Canning Town Old Library and see the transformation in progress. FULL DETAILS +
Turtles of Newham celebrates resilience and heritage through art, film, music, and stories of hopeful strides in the borough. FULL DETAILS +
This is a relaxed afternoon for people to come together and share memories of Newham’s music scene from the 1960s to today – from youth clubs and gigs to concerts,... FULL DETAILS +
A photography based exhibition reflecting the people and places of Newham. The century old bell tower transforms into a stunning showcase for local artists' work. Open to all. FULL DETAILS +
Get creative Newham! Come join the Newham Heritage Service team in this drop-in collage workshop to make a huge community artwork. FULL DETAILS +
Ever wanted to see how Newham’s heritage is preserved? Come for a guided tour of Newham Archives and explore the collections with the borough archivist. FULL DETAILS +
A creative walk exploring the route of The Line’s public sculpture trail, all welcome. FULL DETAILS +
A creative walk exploring from UEL’s Docklands campus to Art in the Docks, with a focus on environment, heritage and wellbeing. All welcome. FULL DETAILS +
Come and hear a story about music, the power of opportunity and the strength of a community that believed in its young people. FULL DETAILS +
Hindi singing workshops recreating the Bollywood hits of the 90s. Come sing, learn and explore. FULL DETAILS +
Exhibition boards celebrating 150 years of St Luke’s Church and its impact on the Canning Town community. FULL DETAILS +
Hindi singing workshops recreating the Bollywood hits of the 90s. Come sing, learn and explore. FULL DETAILS +
Custom House, Our House" shares stories and photos of people shaping community-led regeneration in Custom House, funded by NLHF (2024–25). FULL DETAILS +
Fragments of Home, multimedia exhibition featuring textiles, photography and films by artists from Central and Eastern European communities. FULL DETAILS +
C&C travelling trunk is a mobile exhibition, it is interactive, full of stories and memorabilia from the residents of Newham. FULL DETAILS +
Kicking off Newham Heritage Month 2025 with live performances, fun workshops and delicious food at East Ham Town Hall. FULL DETAILS +
The sounding of ships horns once heralded the New Year. This family-oriented programme of workshops, art exhibition, live music performances and a community parade explores a unique Royal Docks tradition. FULL DETAILS +
2024
Theme: Places & Spaces
Learn how London was saved from Cholera and the Great stink of 1858. Photo and local history walk. FULL DETAILS +
Explore themes surrounding queer identity by honouring prominent queer voices that have roots in Newham. FULL DETAILS +
Meet the people behind the stories, uncover local histories you haven't heard before, and share your own memories in our open forum. FULL DETAILS +
Cooking Connections is a book launch aimed at families. It will share reminiscence stories and recipes that people recall from their childhood. FULL DETAILS +
Learn about the history of Katherine Road and surrounding area, then enjoy an interactive picture-making workshop. Fun for all the family! FULL DETAILS +
Newham’s historic Grade-II listed Boys’ Club, opens its doors and heart to locals and architecture, design, and heritage lovers. FULL DETAILS +
On June 29th, join us for the unveiling of the Tate Time Capsule mural, celebrated in a family-friendly event. Enjoy music, art workshops, and an exhibition as we reveal the... FULL DETAILS +
An online lunchtime video presentation and discussion about the Greenhill Centre (1977-2011) led by Angus McKenzie Davie, hosted by Together! 2012. FULL DETAILS +
Celebration of over 130 years of Deaf Education in Newham with Screenings, Panel Discussion and Exhibition. FULL DETAILS +
Premiere of a documentary exploring how sailors from across the British empire and beyond built a community around the Royal Docks in the late 19th and mid-20th centuries. FULL DETAILS +
A free heritage focused backstage tour of Stratford East theatre where you’ll have the opportunity to see and explore behind the scenes. FULL DETAILS +
Immerse yourself in the culture of Fight for Peace for an interactive evening celebrating our history and creative talent in Newham. FULL DETAILS +
Theatre Royal Stratford, East Ham Granada and Royal Docks Tate Institute in the Swinging Sixties: The Beatles, Joan Littlewood, and their impact on the wider community in changing times. FULL DETAILS +
Newham’s historic Grade-II listed Boys’ Club, opens its doors and heart to locals and architecture, design, and heritage lovers. FULL DETAILS +
A plaster casting workshop where you are invited to collaborate in the creation of casts relating to the Beckton Gasworks. FULL DETAILS +
Join us for a live recording of our podcast, interviewing participants of our Cradle to Grave exhibition along with a screening of the accompanying documentary. FULL DETAILS +
Come to our thriving community garden festival to celebrate the history of the Stratford Langthorne Abbey through traditional crafts, music and food. There will be a guided history walk &... FULL DETAILS +
Guided walk from Three Mills to Cody Dock as part of Refugee Week UK 2024. Let's celebrate refugees and migrants by walking together. FULL DETAILS +
The Book of Newham Libraries is missing! Embark on a time-travelling story adventure to libraries, across Newham and the world, to find it. FULL DETAILS +
The Book of Newham Libraries is missing! Embark on a time-travelling story adventure to libraries, across Newham and the world, to find it. FULL DETAILS +
The story of how a small factory in Forest Gate quickly turned into the largest global manufacturer of sweets. Find out more about Trebor’s journey to becoming a household name... FULL DETAILS +
Join a guided tour to find out about this iconic Grade II listed building dubbed the Cathedral of Sewage. FULL DETAILS +
The opening for Post Post Industrial, an exhibition exploring the history and current state of the land that was once the Beckton Gasworks. FULL DETAILS +
An exhibition exploring the history and current state of the land that was once the Beckton Gasworks. FULL DETAILS +
Newham’s historic Grade-II listed Boys’ Club, opens its doors and heart to locals and architecture, design, and heritage lovers. FULL DETAILS +
Sailors arrived at the Royal Docks from all over the world during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. This exhibition aims to explore their experience. FULL DETAILS +
Join us in celebrating the work and legacy of Newham Black Performing and Visual Arts Workshop. FULL DETAILS +
A listening session and exhibition where estate residents share memories of their neighbourhood, who has lived here and what they left behind. FULL DETAILS +
Reuse a worn-out or unloved man's shirt and turn it into a stylish and practical apron! FULL DETAILS +
Uncover untold tales, join us for a guided walk & art trail revealing the park’s secret lives, hidden histories you won’t find in books. FULL DETAILS +
Make art! Join us for an interactive experience creating your own cyanotype print with found objects and be part of a public artwork. FULL DETAILS +
International Arts and cultural event organised by World Shirdi Sai Baba Organisation (UK) at Plashet Park, East Ham in Newham engages people of all ages, fostering a rich, inclusive, and... FULL DETAILS +
South of Stratford Broadway lies Stratford Village. This guided tour will share histories about the working community who lived here from the 1890s until the 1990s. FULL DETAILS +
The Book of Newham Libraries is missing! Embark on a time-travelling story adventure to libraries, across Newham and the world, to find it. FULL DETAILS +
The Book of Newham Libraries is missing! Embark on a time-travelling story adventure to libraries, across Newham and the world, to find it. FULL DETAILS +
Custom House, Our House oral history and photography project has received a National Lottery Heritage Fund grant. Find out more – all welcome! FULL DETAILS +
Explore the vibrant LGBTQ+ presence in Stratford since the 1970’s. Join us for a unique walking tour led by Philip Rescorla and the local LGBTQ+ community. FULL DETAILS +
Ever wanted to see how Newham’s heritage is preserved? Come for a guided tour of Newham Archives and explore the collections with the borough archivist. FULL DETAILS +
Visit our Cradle to Grave exhibition, The Story of the Passmore Edwards Building at Applecart Arts. FULL DETAILS +
Learn the basic skills of zine making in a two-hour workshop which explores the theme of what Newham means to you and how to archive experiences/memories through this creative activity. FULL DETAILS +
Uncover stories of activism and music sub-cultures along the River Lea from Luton to London. FULL DETAILS +
Newham’s historic Grade-II listed Boys’ Club, opens its doors and heart to locals and architecture, design, and heritage lovers. FULL DETAILS +
Sailors arrived at the Royal Docks from all over the world during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. This exhibition aims to explore their experience. FULL DETAILS +
Join us for 'Tate Time Capsule: A Creative Workshop'. This two-part session begins with an engaging presentation delving into the history of the Institute, followed by an illustration workshop. FULL DETAILS +
Come to our Full Cycle heritage story collection events, to share your cycling stories & find out about Forest Gate’s fascinating cycling heritage past, present and into the future! FULL DETAILS +
Come and discover the varied and unexpected stories of Newham’s centre for wildlife, since its opening by Queen Elizabeth in December 1983. FULL DETAILS +
A Documentary on the Stratford Centre Roller skaters spanning three decades and their influence on their international Roller Skating community. Followed by Q&A. FULL DETAILS +
Celebrate Newham Heritage Month! Join DejaVu Untold & Da Roof live session ft Dpower & Deja Allstars at DejaVu's historic broadcast space! FULL DETAILS +
Newham’s historic Grade-II listed Boys’ Club, opens its doors and heart to locals and architecture, design, and heritage lovers. FULL DETAILS +
Newham’s historic Grade-II listed Boys’ Club, opens its doors and heart to locals and architecture, design, and heritage lovers. FULL DETAILS +
Newham’s historic Boys’ Club, a Grade-II listed building funded by Oxford and designed by the celebrated architect Grey Wornum, best known for designing the RIBA on 66 Portland in London,... FULL DETAILS +
Sailors arrived at the Royal Docks from all over the world during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. This exhibition aims to explore their experience. FULL DETAILS +
Looking to improve your skating skills? How about joining a skate boot camp? It's a great way to get fit, have fun, and meet new people who share your passion... FULL DETAILS +
Art Workshops for Adults. Painting and Drawing inspired by beautiful planting and local heritage. FULL DETAILS +
Join us for After the Firefighters - a friendly informative tour describing the unique history of Alice Billing House, and the plans for its future. For young and old alike. FULL DETAILS +
Join the Story Collectors at the Launch Event between 3pm - 6pm to have your portrait taken by our photographers and talk to us about your favourite place in Newham.... FULL DETAILS +
House Mill! Here since 1776. Unique survivor of the once rich industrial heritage. Take a trip back in time; discover its history, current and planned future uses. FULL DETAILS +
Celebrate Stratford Centre’s Roller Skating Past with this fun Art Mural Workshop. FULL DETAILS +
Cody Dock's Summer event is for all ages and will feature Lea River heritage based activities, including guided walks, talks, workshops and live performances. FULL DETAILS +
2023
Theme: Our Creative Newham
The unveiling of a plaque to commemorate celebrated Newham fashion designer Lee Alexander McQueen CBE on the street of his childhood home. FULL DETAILS +
Reclaiming Our History: The Voice of the Diaspora showcase will celebrate African and African-Caribbean creatives from Newham. Our showcase is open to all Newham residents and will provide an opportunity... FULL DETAILS +
A film screening about Newham's musical and linguistic heritage, followed by a Q+A. FULL DETAILS +
An event exploring the musical and cultural heritage of the Royal Docks featuring talks, entertainment and tasty food open to all community members. FULL DETAILS +
An exhibition of the work created with Newham’s communities through our “Creative Heritage through Textile Design” workshop series. FULL DETAILS +
Parrabbola has researched the lost theatres, cinemas and some other performance venues in Newham which are no longer there or have been repurposed. The guided walk provides insights into their... FULL DETAILS +
Celebrate 15 years of Caramel Rock with a day celebrating the fashion industry, African dress and craftsmanship, and the history of Caramel Rock. FULL DETAILS +
An opportunity to view the textile art archive of East London Textile Arts from 2010. Try on some of the costumes we have created and join in a day-long embroidery... FULL DETAILS +
Parrabbola has researched the lost theatres, cinemas and some other performance venues in Newham which are no longer there or have been repurposed. The guided walk provides insights into their... FULL DETAILS +
REIN’s 'Reclaiming Our History: The Artistic Legacy of Newham’s African and African Caribbean Diaspora' will celebrate the impact of this community's creativity in Newham. The exhibition event will showcase murals... FULL DETAILS +
An exciting evening of new work made in Canning Town and the Royal Docks shared for the first time. The evening includes a screening of The Chains of Change, made... FULL DETAILS +
Exhibition of photos from the infamous Ferry Festival, hosted on the streets of North Woolwich since the 1970s. This collection has been curated and designed by children from Canning Town... FULL DETAILS +
Launch event for the Newham Dictionary of Culture - a podcast series curated by local young people that explores what culture means to people in Newham. FULL DETAILS +
An interactive heritage and photo walk exploring some interesting arts and cultural heritage sites around Stratford. This walk will be led by members of Newham Heritage Month's Volunteer Community Photographers... FULL DETAILS +
REIN’s Reclaiming Our History: Black Heritage Mural Workshops will celebrate Newham's African and African-Caribbean creatives from 1940s to the present day with a series of intergenerational mural workshops. FULL DETAILS +
The Hootah Story is an interactive story building session for children and their families. FULL DETAILS +
The Hootah Story is an interactive story building session for children and their families. FULL DETAILS +
Join us for a night of soul, rare groove and hip hop in celebration of iconic soul venue Bentley's nightclub in Canning Town - ft. DJs, Q&A discussion and free... FULL DETAILS +
This patchwork workshop is for adults and young people. Children are welcome too. We will create a large patchwork made up of previous textile pieces. FULL DETAILS +
A screening of the classic Charlie Chaplin movie enhanced by live performers - a chance to discover the experience of going to the cinema in Newham in the early 20th... FULL DETAILS +
This event is for all ages, viewing the brilliant work completed by Year 4 pupils from Hartley Primary School about artists in Newham. FULL DETAILS +
A Guided Tour of Bromley-by-Bow Gasworks, taking in its industrial history and the creativity in its architecture. FULL DETAILS +
Come and learn how to create a colourful mural inspired by your local streets and buildings with artist Will Redgrove. Get the whole family involved in this free family workshop. FULL DETAILS +
REIN’s Reclaiming Our History: Black Heritage Mural Workshops will celebrate Newham's African and African-Caribbean creatives from 1940s to the present day with a series of intergenerational mural workshops. FULL DETAILS +
This Chinese Silk Painting workshop is for adults and young people. Children are welcome too. We will explore basic technique, and the historic China-London cargo route. FULL DETAILS +
Join us for a special screening of McQueen, the acclaimed documentary of the life and career of Newham fashion designer Lee Alexander McQueen, followed by a Q&A with Ian Bonhôte... FULL DETAILS +
The Sketch & Walk Tour of Bromley-by-Bow Gasworks is a chance to get up close and personal with the seven Grade II listed Gasholders and learn the basics of sketching... FULL DETAILS +
The exhibition will showcase the Newham community's creative response to the artwork of Sonia Boyce, OBE RA - the celebrated British Afro-Caribbean artist and educator who began her creative journey... FULL DETAILS +
Family art activities event inspired by the work of artist Madge Gill, featuring a film screening, storytelling and an art workshop. FULL DETAILS +
A participatory craft workshop for Deaf and Disabled people using Quick Collage techniques and household recycling to explore what Home means to us. FULL DETAILS +
Ever wanted to see how Newham’s heritage is preserved? Come for a guided tour of Newham Archives and explore the collections with the borough archivist. FULL DETAILS +
This Kente Cloth workshop is for adults and young people. Children are welcome too. We will explore basic textile techniques. FULL DETAILS +
Contribute to the creation of a community mural reflecting on Cody Dock and the River Lea. FULL DETAILS +
Explore the history of Bow Porcelain - produced nearby in Stratford - in this fun and creative workshop. FULL DETAILS +
A print making workshop using Cyanotype - historically used in the creation of elaborate blue-printed fabrics in nearby factories, utilised in the production of fine furniture. FULL DETAILS +
REIN’s Reclaiming Our History: Black Heritage Mural Workshops will celebrate Newham's African and African-Caribbean creatives from 1940s to the present day with a series of intergenerational mural workshops. FULL DETAILS +
Cultural Newham: Celebrating South Asian Dance & Music. A cultural extravaganza featuring Bharathanatyam south Indian classical dance and a DJ set with live percussive performance. FULL DETAILS +
An interactive and thought-provoking celebration of research by author and oral historian, Farzana Hakim about long-term local residents of the Indian, Pakistani and Bangladeshi diaspora and their experiences of accessing... FULL DETAILS +
Join us for an evening of live music, poetry, dance, fashion and art workshops to kick off the festival. Find out more about the community projects taking part in this... FULL DETAILS +
2022
Theme: What London 2012 Means To Us
We Kept the Surprise is a documentary theatre piece based on real life experiences of those involved in the London 2012 Olympics. Parrabbola conducted interviews with participants from the 2012... FULL DETAILS +
Online discussion (for adults and students) on the history, archaeology, and ethnography of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park site. FULL DETAILS +
We Kept the Surprise is a documentary theatre piece based on real life experiences of those involved in the London 2012 Olympics. Parrabbola conducted interviews with participants from the 2012... FULL DETAILS +
Come to the Ranelagh School Playground on Corporation Street, E15 to watch the children's Olympic inspired parade. The event marks the start of Ranelagh Primary School’s annual sports day. Children... FULL DETAILS +
Join Danny Danquah for a fun beginners Taekwondo taster session as part of UKMasjidIbrahim's celebration day. Taekwondo is a Korean form of martial arts characterized by punching and kicking techniques.... FULL DETAILS +
Join us to celebrate the contributions made by the Muslim community to the London 2012 Olympics FULL DETAILS +
Integrating Special Sports Day: a sports day for mini-EHC (SEND) athletes who will participate in various events throughout the day. FULL DETAILS +
A unique theatre experience where the audience's Olympic 2012 memories are transformed into live performance. FULL DETAILS +
Join us for family-fun model-making workshops inspired by Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. FULL DETAILS +
Archaeologist-led tour of the Park for adults and students exploring the history of the Park site from the Neolithic to the present-day. FULL DETAILS +
A photographic exhibition at Beckton Library by members of the the Volunteer Community Photographers inspired by Newham Heritage Month's theme " What London 2012 Means to Us". FULL DETAILS +
A look at the history of the lost and current stadiums of the local area, with a focus on the West Ham Speedway. FULL DETAILS +
Come along to an intimate reminiscence workshop focusing on the legacy of London 2012 for Newham's Chinese and Vietnamese communities. FULL DETAILS +
Join us for an afternoon of poetry readings by young Newham residents inspired by a tour of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park FULL DETAILS +
Learn how to mix and sculpt your own historic porcelain inspired by Newham’s remarkable history of ceramic manufacture FULL DETAILS +
This Family Games Day gives families and young people the chance to try different sports and see our exhibition for Newham Heritage Month. FULL DETAILS +
An exhibition and zine inspired by Newham’s cycling past, present and future. FULL DETAILS +
Online discussion (for adults and students) with authors, historians and academics involved in creating an online map and guide to the history of the Olympic Park site. FULL DETAILS +
Join us for an object-handling workshop with local artists as we celebrate the launch of our exhibition Making East London Porcelain. FULL DETAILS +
Naturalist-led tour of the Park for adults and students exploring the natural history, flora and fauna of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. FULL DETAILS +
Join picture book illustrator Salvatore Rubbino for this free family session to re-live the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympics. Exercise your imagination in the is creative picture making workshop to... FULL DETAILS +
Come along to create artwork and contribute to a display reflecting on the legacy of London 2012. FULL DETAILS +
Join us for a free guided walk around the Grade II listed gasholders. Tours will take approximately 45 minutes. FULL DETAILS +
An exploration for local young people of fashion trends throughout 2012, with a focus on clothing that epitomises the London Games. FULL DETAILS +
Join us to make a podcast about the London 2012 Olympic opening ceremonies FULL DETAILS +
This online talk will showcase some of the stories from the archives and current sportswomen of Newham. FULL DETAILS +
Come along to an intimate reminiscence session focusing on the legacy of London 2012 for Newham's Chinese and Vietnamese communities. FULL DETAILS +
This exhibition explores both historical and present-day Newham women and their contributions to sport. FULL DETAILS +
Sports Presenter and History Broadcaster Marieta Evans will be interviewing former Newham Recorder Editor and historian Colin Grainger in a special live event online as part of the Newham Heritage... FULL DETAILS +
An interactive workshop where you can share your involvement in the 2012 Opening Ceremonies and help make a commerative banner. FULL DETAILS +
Join us to find out the untold stories of how Albanians played a part in the London 2012 Olympics FULL DETAILS +
A celebration of the diversity and achievements of Team GB through art, poetry, and music. FULL DETAILS +
Join us for photography walk exporing the architecture and structures of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park FULL DETAILS +
2021
Theme: Shops, Docks & Factories
Charity Ambition Aspire Achieve are staging a Heritage Family Day as part of their celebrations for Newham Heritage Month. There will be five special sessions on Monday 31 May at... FULL DETAILS +
Explore the Wonderful Women of Newham in these virtual guided tours of Silvertown. FULL DETAILS +
Frames of Mind invite you to an outdoor site-specific film screening at P&P News of three newly commissioned short films made by the community and for this community. FULL DETAILS +
Join us for a twilight theatre performance at the Brickfield Newham community brickworks in Royal Docks to see new work made by MA Performing Arts students from the University of... FULL DETAILS +
How many bricks can you make in an hour?! Come join us for this outdoor workshop to find out, and enjoy a live theatre performance too. All ages welcome. FULL DETAILS +
Join East London based illustrator Elena Juzulenaite for an online illustration workshop inspired by East End women and developed by East End Women's Museum. FULL DETAILS +
Leon Hendrix and Neandra Etienne in discussion to celebrate the blue plaque commemorating Jimi Hendrix's Purple Haze unveiling in Forest Gate as part of Newham Heritage Month FULL DETAILS +
Explore the Wonderful Women of Newham in these virtual guided tours of Canning Town. FULL DETAILS +
Join members of the New Curators Project for an informal and informative event to accompany their exhibition on display in Newham's libraries. FULL DETAILS +
Premier of Keeping it Halal - a short film exploring the origins of halal meat in Newham. FULL DETAILS +
Grab your camera or phone and join Sylvie Belboab as she guides you through a series of exciting and surprising activities in this workshop inspired by he history and heritage... FULL DETAILS +
From Scanner to Screen will be a nostalgic look at factory life in the docks from a local community perspective, created by The Royal Docks Learning & Activity Centre FULL DETAILS +
We are celebrating the role of the mighty River Thames by hosting the Thames barge Blue Mermaid in view of the splendid SS Robin outside the ExCel centre in the... FULL DETAILS +
Drop-in embroidery workshop at House Mill inspired by Madge Gill for Newham Heritage Month FULL DETAILS +
Learn embroidery skills shaped by the hand-stitched textiles of Bangladesh. The workshop will take place in person at West Ham Park's Bandstand. FULL DETAILS +
Join Pākiki Theatre for a fun-filled family show at Stratford Library. FULL DETAILS +
Launching the free limited edition publication, celebrating the influence of De Underground at 18 Sebert Road in Forest Gate. Join the team of artists, musicians and researchers who have brought... FULL DETAILS +
An exhibition by East London Textile Arts and curator Sophie Dutton who have co-designed a series of workshops inspired by the work of Madge Gill for local people to discover... FULL DETAILS +
Join Pākiki Theatre for a fun-filled family show at East Ham Library. FULL DETAILS +
Stories of Africans Living in Newham is an online musical theatre event created by IROKO Theatre Company with an interactive and informative Q&A session. FULL DETAILS +
Join us for creative writing session with live readings inspired by our local iconic markets: Queens Market and Stratford Market FULL DETAILS +
Grab your imagination and an open mind to create soundscapes inspired by the history and heritage of the factories that once resided at Cody Dock. FULL DETAILS +
Designs That Travel - a chance for adults to learn embroidery skills shaped by the hand-stitched textiles of Bangladesh FULL DETAILS +
A photographic introduction to the lives of mixed-race families living in Canning Town in the early 20th Century. Delivered by Curator Trisha McCauley and Photographer Hajia Dahiru. FULL DETAILS +
Join us for the launch of the Wonderful Women of Newham walking trail. The trail is a two-part walking Family trail developed by the East End Women’s Museum for Newham... FULL DETAILS +
Designs That Travel - a chance for adults to learn embroidery skills shaped by the hand-stitched textiles of Bangladesh FULL DETAILS +
A surprising illustration skills workshop for over 14s with artist Ada Jusic, inspired by the history and heritage of the factories that once resided at Cody Dock. FULL DETAILS +
Come and hear the story of JD McDougall Ltd, world renowned producers of stage fabrics, and Newham’s best kept secret. In this launch event, celebrating the firms centenary year, we’ll... FULL DETAILS +
Join local textile artist, Katie May Anderson to learn about decorative mending and embroidery. In this workshop we will cover basic sewing skills that can be used to fix and... FULL DETAILS +
Delve into the wonderful world of stop motion animation in this fun, interactive and practical workshop inspired by Newham's legendary corner shops and their communities. This workshop is aimed at... FULL DETAILS +
This is a hands-on and experimental drawing session where participants will be guided through and encouraged to create their own hand drawn textile print sample. FULL DETAILS +
The installation will be available to view in person out doors in the car park from 7th-10th May inclusive. Visitors will have the opportunity to talk to artists and other... FULL DETAILS +
Grab your pen, paper and imagination and join artist Sylvia Morgado as she guides you through a series of exciting and surprising activities inspired by the factories that were once... FULL DETAILS +
Through the teachings of former Newham resident and self-taught visionary artist, Madge Gill (1881-1961), we would love you to explore your creative drive, and supernatural talent. Newham based East London... FULL DETAILS +
Embroidery Workshops online inspired by Madge Gill led by East London Textile Arts and Sophie Dutton FULL DETAILS +
The Migration Museum is celebrating Newham Heritage Month with the local shopkeepers of Newham. This self-guided mini walk showcases how migration has shaped Newham’s shops and highstreets, as you read... FULL DETAILS +
Neighbourhood 15 is a unique documentary made by local film-makers in 1948, chronicling the rebuilding of war damaged areas of West Ham FULL DETAILS +
Drawing Woodgrange Road, Past and Present, is an exhibition showcasing drawings and paintings by local people inspired by the history of the high street. Join us on a walk around... FULL DETAILS +
Come along to Woodgrange Market to discover a wonderful heritage drawing project run by artist Eleanor Pearce with a free drop-in workshop for all. FULL DETAILS +
2020
Theme: Making a Home in Newham
A live Zoom public sharing event and celebration of At Home In Newham hosted by Forest Gate artist Annie Birch. FULL DETAILS +
You are invited on guided walks using virtual reality to experience the current landscape of the Lower Lea Valley and Olympic Park. You will find out about the industrial past... FULL DETAILS +
Join us, Emmanuel Church Forest Gate, for a special online service for Newham Heritage month! While we may be physically distanced, our hearts are close together. FULL DETAILS +
True Heart theatre presents a creative workshop performance for Newham. The team of performers will use body movement, music and voice, spoken words and poetry to enable your stories to... FULL DETAILS +
A live Zoom conversation between Asif Shakoor and Georgie Wemyss, the co- director of the Centre for research on Migration, Refugees & Belonging at UEL. FULL DETAILS +
Hosted by Bobby & Tommy Seagull. Bobby shot to fame on University Challenge and his brother Tommy works at the Infected Blood Inquiry, both talk about their upbringing and outlook... FULL DETAILS +
Relax this Summer Solstice with a soundscape from under & over the water of Channelsea river. FULL DETAILS +
A live ZOOM discussion between Suresh and Bishopsgate Institute's archivist Stefan Dickers to reflect on the role of food and music in his journeys around London from childhood to where he now... FULL DETAILS +
Dynamic and fun creative workshop inspired by Caribbean carnival designs for young people. Online exhibition and sharing event. FULL DETAILS +
A live interactive fun quiz for all to celebrate Newham Heritage Month with Salmagundi Films and the residents of Carpenters Estate, Stratford. All are welcome to join this lively and... FULL DETAILS +
Free dynamic and fun creative workshop inspired by Bangladeshi and Asian designers for young people. Online exhibition and sharing event. FULL DETAILS +
Dynamic and fun creative workshop inspired by African textile design for young people. Online exhibition and sharing event. FULL DETAILS +
Hear the rich history of anti racism and activism in Newham from Gulshun Rehman, co-founder of Newham Asian Women’s Project FULL DETAILS +
Aimed at young Disabled people who are based in Newham and have a passion for arts and crafts but it is open to anyone - come and make your own... FULL DETAILS +
Earlier this month Royal Docks History Club presented a live talk by local historians Peter Williams and Mark Gorman on the history of Forest Gate. If you missed this fascinating... FULL DETAILS +
If you missed the Royal Docks Learning Activity centre and children’s book illustrator Salvatore Rubbino fun workshop earlier this month -now's your chance to catch up. This fun family workshop... FULL DETAILS +
IROKO performance involves oral storytelling of an African fable about the adventures of three brothers and their homecoming. African drumming, singing, chanting and dancing will also be performed, using instruments... FULL DETAILS +
Contemporary artist Lola Lely has devised a bundle dyeing workshop inspired by Madge Gill’s painterly aesthetic and her practice of creating all her artwork from home. As such it aims... FULL DETAILS +
A virtual guided walk of Silvertown and Royal Docks by poet and researcher from Birkbeck, Matt Martin. FULL DETAILS +
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