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Windrush Day: Storytelling, music and poetry with Jane Grell

22 June, 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Join the Museum of Cambridge in a celebration of Windrush Day Sunday 22nd of June with an immersive storytelling workshop in the African-Caribbean oral history tradition.

Celebrating the lives and contributions of the Cambridge Caribbean Community, Come together Sunday, the 22nd of June to celebrate Windrush Day by exploring music, stories, and poetry, together. Join Jane Grell, storyteller, writer, teacher and poet as we explore stories, poetry, and songs rooted in the African-Caribbean oral history tradition. Participate, laugh, sing, and enjoy an afternoon with tea, cake and friends. Jane is a storyteller, writer, teacher and poet based in London. From the Eastern Caribbean she has studied in the United States, France, and taught in London. Her poetry, storytelling and immersive experiences bring together the African Caribbean traditions of her childhood. Songs, games, stories and rhythm all inspire fun, movement, and a chance to connect with others. We hope that you will join us for this afternoon of celebration and connection. For more information about Jane: Jane Ulysses Grell – Storyteller, Writer, Teacher & Poet Supporting the Museum of Cambridge
The Museum of Cambridge is an independent Charity and is not part of either the Cambridge Council or the University of Cambridge. We kindly suggest a donation of £8, which includes the talk and entry to the Museum of Cambridge (usually £7 for Standard, £6 for Concession). Your donation supports the daily running and conservation care of the Museum, an independent charity.

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Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England

Accessibility

You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email sumyin.wong@museumofcambridge.org.uk. Event attendees with additional needs are welcome to bring a supporter or carer who will be admitted to the event free of charge. 

Getting Here

We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.

You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop on Bridge Street. Check out the Stagecoach website to plan your journey to and from the Museum. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

Photography and Videography

Please note that this talk will be recorded for future viewing online. Please also note that photographs will be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish your or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events

If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for Covid-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to offer you a refund if applicable, and welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Windrush Day: Storytelling, music and poetry with Jane Grell

Details

Date:
22 June
Time:
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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Organiser

Museum of Cambridge
Phone
01223 355159

Venue

Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 0AQ United Kingdom + Google Map
Phone
01223355159
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