Royal Armouries - Forgotten Stories of India and the Commonwealth from World Wars to present

Believe in Me CIC, in partnership with the Royal Armouries and as part of Heritage Open Days, invites you to explore the often-overlooked stories of India and the Commonwealth, from the World Wars to the present day.
Hosted at the Royal Armouries, this free family fun day features talks, activities, storytelling and community exhibitions. Discover the stories of Indian princesses who supported the war effort, Indian soldiers who served, and the experiences of children during wartime.
Learn how people from across the Commonwealth contributed during the wars and how, in the years that followed, many South Asian families helped shape the communities of Leeds.
This event is free but booking is advised via Eventbrite. Explore the museum, hear inspiring community stories, and share your own as we celebrate our shared heritage.

Timings

Saturday 19 September:

1000-1700

Location & directions

Royal Armouries, Armouries Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 1LT

Directions:

https://royalarmouries.org/

Contact on day:

Royal Armouries

Telephone number:

+441132201916

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

There is a car park operated by CitiPark on Armouries Drive, next to the Museum. Visit CitiPark's website for more information. Do not stop your vehicle in the no stopping zone on Armouries Drive as you may be fined. Please use the drop-off bays outside the Royal Armouries Arena. There are five free parking spaces for Blue Badge holders opposite the Holiday Inn, approximately 100 metres (110 yards) from the Museum's entrance. More accessibility information, including the location of additional car parking, is detailed on our Accessibility page.

Additional information

There will be a chance for visitors to learn their histories and share their stories. It is a free event for everyone to enjoy and learn about local stories.

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