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Celebrating Leicester's Black History in the Living Archive

Serendipity, 8 Bowling Green Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 6AT

  • 16 Sep 2026
  • | In person
  • | Pre-booking preferred
  • | Site opening

Learn about Leicester’s Black history through the collections in the Living Archive. The Living Archive is a dedicated archive for the preservation and celebration of Black history locally and nationally.

Collections from the archive will be on display for visitors to explore and the heritage team will share the fascinating histories that have shaped Leicester and the continuing work for the Living Archive.

Visitors are welcome to bring items they may wish to donate to the Living Archive, whether as a physical or digital donation and contribute to the recording of Black arts, heritage and culture.

Timings

Wednesday 16 September:
1300-1600

Location & directions

Serendipity, 8 Bowling Green Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 6AT

Contact on day:
Lauren Eaton
Telephone number:
+441164821394

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking preferred
Booking conditions:
Book a free place using the event website address.
Booking contact name:
Lauren Eaton
Booking telephone number:
+441164821394
Booking email:
[email protected]
Booking website:
https://www.serendipity-uk.com/event/heritage-open-day-2/
Booking opens:
01 Jun 2026 12:00 AM
Booking closes:
16 Sep 2026 01:00 PM

Accessibility details

There are steps leading up to the main entrance. A doorbell is located next to the wooden door for assistance. Step free access is available at the back of the building. If you require use of this, please let a member of the Serendipity team know prior to attendance by contacting [email protected] or calling 0116 482 1394. Studio Box is situated on the first floor, accessible via a flight of 25 steps. There is a lift available for those with access needs to go up to the first floor. There are four toilets on the first floor, first floor, including an accessible toilet.

Additional information

Max number of people:
30

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