Cornish Connections with Black Voices Cornwall
Get ready to join the exciting event with Black Voice Cornwall and Kresen Kernow!
Immerse yourself in lively discussions, savor delicious African/Caribbean cuisine from the Arch Café, and explore the captivating exhibition ‘Cornish Connections’ up close. It’s going to be an unforgettable evening!
Dive into the rich history of mining and telegraphy in Africa and uncover the captivating stories of international students who ventured to Cornwall for their studies.
This groundbreaking exhibition illuminates the journeys of African students who pursued education in mining and telecommunications right here in Cornwall. Their impactful legacy, spanning from athletic triumphs to academic excellence, is only now being unveiled.
6pm – 6.30pm – Arrival and soft drinks
6.30pm – 7.30pm – Tour of the exhibition ‘Cornish Connections’
7.30pm – 8pm – Discussion with Black Voices Cornwall
8pm – 8.30pm – Free African/Caribbean buffet food from the Arch Cafe
8.30pm – 9.30pm – A closer look at some more photograph albums, maps and magazines from our archive collection and an optional behind the scenes tour.
Times are approximate.
We look forward to discovering Black Cornish History with you!