Throughout Oct
DARK HERITAGE
An Innovative multi-media project encouraging young people to learn about the slave trade. Enter the DARK and discover a powerful and dramatic 3D soundscape, set in the 18th century when the British controlled the global slave trade. Ages 13-19 yrs. Venue: Meet at South Wimbledon Youth Centre, Haydons Road, South Wimbledon SW19 1HL. Adm: Free - adv booking. Info: 07940 714133.

Throughout Oct
THE BICENTENARY
A displaying books to commemorate the Bicentenary of the abolition of slavery, and featuring images from the Local Studies & Archive Centre showing Bexley's links to the Slave Trade. Venue: The Central Library, Bexleyheath.

Oct – Dec
HAMPSTEAD’S CONNECTION WITH THE SLAVE TRADE
An exhibition that takes a number of different angles in examining Hampstead and slavery. It will look at how fortunes made on the backs of slaves in the West Indies were used to buy and build properties in this area, through men who made a fortune ever out of Jamaican sugar. Venue: Hampstead Museum, Burgh House, New End Square, Hampstead, London NW3 1LT. (Weds – Sun) 12noon-5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 431 0144.

Now - 19 Oct
CARL GABRIEL!
Don’t miss wire sculptures by carnival artist Carl Gabriel! Venue: Unicorn Theatre, 147 Tooley Street, London SE1 2H2.

Now - 21 Oct
1807: BLAKE, SLAVERY AND THE RADICAL MIND
This special display marks the anniversary of the 1807 parliamentary act abolishing the slave trade in the British Empire. Venue: Room 8, Tate Britain, London. Daily 10am-5.50. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 887 8888.

Now - 28 Oct
MYSTERY IN STONE
Following popular demand these beautiful sculptures from Zimbabwe will now be displayed in until the end of October. Venue: Horniman Gardens, 100 London Road, London SE23 3PQ. Adm: Free.

Now – 30 Oct
MIDNIGHT ROBBERS
The Artists of Notting Hill Carnival. Find out more about both the history and roots of carnival and the art form itself, exploring its remarkable development in the twenty-first century. Venue: City Hall, Greater London Authority, The Queen's Walk, More London, London SE1 2AA. 10am - 7pm Mon - Fri.

Now - 31 Oct
STEVE FREEDOM EXHIBITION
A photographic exhibition on the life of Steve Biko, and other artistic expressions on the theme of Freedom. Venue: Council Chambers, Town Hall, Islington Town Hall Foyer, London N1. Info: 0207 527 2000.

Now - 31 Oct
ABOLITION/FREEDOM – A COLLABORATIVE EXHIBITION
Exhibition on the theme of Abolition/Freedom. Paintings, sculpture, stained glass, prints and mixed media. Caribbean, African, Asian and South American Artists and SAFE Studios. Full disabled access. Venue: Spitalfields Gallery, SAFE Studios, 7-15 Greatorex Street, Spitalfields, E1 5NF. (tube: Aldgate East). 6.30pm – 9pm (Mon – Fri). Adm: Free. Info: 0207 375 3933.

Now – 2 Nov
CITIZENS GALLERY EXHIBITION
A variety of exhibitions and participatory workshops, celebrating the art and culture of Africa, the Diaspora and beyond. Disabled Access, Free, Suitable for all. Venue: Greenwich Arts & Culture Office, Citizens Gallery, 151 Powis Street, Woolwich SE18 6JL. 10am – 4pm (Mon – Fri). Info: 0208 921 6109.

Now – 31 Dec
ASANTE GOLDWIGHTS FROM GHANA
Marking the bicentenary of the abolition of the slave trade and 50 years of Independence of Ghana. Venue: Victoria & Albert Museum, Cromwell Rd. London SW7 2RL (Bethnal Green tube). Info: 0207 942 2000.

Now – Jan 2008
SLAVERY AND THE NATURAL WORLD
A series of events giving a unique perspective on the slave trade through plants and people, books and artworks. Some of these reveal aspects of the transatlantic slave trade. Rediscover a shared past. Venue: The Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 5BD. Step-free access via Exhibition Road. Guide dogs welcomed. 10am–5.40pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 942 5555.

Mon 1 – 10 Oct
CAMPAIGNING AGAINST SLAVERY
From the 18th to the 21st Century this exhibition that looks at how contemporary forms of slavery have been challenged through popular campaigns and by the development of international standards to prohibit them. Venue: Marcus Garvey Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 5309.

Mon 1 – 13 Oct
WILLIAM WILBERFORCE & THE ABOLITION OF THE SLAVE TRADE
A display of books and black & white photographs on the abolition of the slave trade. Venue: Mitcham Library, 157 London Road, Mitcham, CR4 2YR. Mon-Sat, 9.30am-7pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 648 4070.

Mon 1 - 19 Oct
SOUTH ASIAN MASKS AND PUPPET DISPLAY
A display of South Asian masks and puppets from the collection of Rani Singh of Singh Theatre. Venue: Isaac Newton Centre, 108a Lancaster Road, London, W11 1QS. 9am - 5pm, Mon – Fri. Adm: Free, just turn up. Info: 07930 948 489.

Mon 1 – 27 Oct
EAST END ELDERS BY NED DYKE-COOMES
Photographic portraits documenting resident elders from the Somali, Bangladeshi, and Jewish communities of Tower Hamlets. No disabled access. Venue: Indo Bar, 133 Whitechapel Road, Whitechapel, E1 1DT. (tube: Whitechapel, Aldgate East). 12noon onwards. Adm: Free. Info: 07748 981 544.

Mon 1 – 31 Oct
INDIA NOW
An exhibition on history, culture and religions of India organised by Royal Geographic Society together with book displays. Venue: Green Street Library, 337-341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 472 4101.

Mon 1 Oct – 31 Oct
THE WICKEDEST OF THE CARGOES
An exhibition to mark the Abolition of Transatlantic Slave Trade. Venue: East Ham Library, High Street South, E6 6EL. Adm: Free. Info: 020 8430 3648/ Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, Stratford, E15 1EL. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 430 6890.

Mon 1 Oct – 30 Nov
PHOTOMONTH
The East London festival of photography. A wonderful opportunity to show and see new work and explore the diversity of photography. Venue: Over 30 galleries and spaces in East London. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 375 0441.

Wed 3 Oct - 4 Nov
GOLDFINGER
Major new exhibition of photographic-based work by established artist Faisal Abdu’Allah. Venue: Café Gallery Projects, Centre of Southwark Park, London SE16 2UA. 11am - 4pm, Wed – Sun. Info: 0207 237 1230.

Thurs 4 – 31 Oct
GHANA’S 50 MUSIC AND HERITAGE
Featuring a rare collection of photographs, memorabilia, music and films chronicling Ghana’s musical history from the 1890s to present day. The exhibition aims to take the audience on an audio–visual journey, reflecting the political and social landscape of Ghana reflected through its music. With disabled access. Venue: Greenwich Heritage Centre, Artillery Square, Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, London SE18 4DX. 9am-5pm, Mon – Sat. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 854 2452.

Thurs 4 Oct-3 Nov
OURSTORY
A visual record of the people, memories, thoughts and dreams that have inspired Opio Yaw Asante aka Horace Donovan. The exhibition aims to build a bridge between African heritage and Caribbean heritage. Venue: The Gallery, Willesden green Library, 95 High Road, Willesden, London NW10 2ST. 6pm-8pm. Info: 0208 937 3400.

Thurs 4 Oct – 13 Nov
FOUR CORNERS
An exhibition by people from the four corners of London, celebrating diversity in the city. Venue: Artsdepot, 5 Neither Street, Tally Ho Corner, London N12 0GA. 12noon -4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 369 5454.

Thurs 4 Oct – 30 Nov
FOUR CORNERS EXHIBITION
Video Portraits of local Caribbean Elders. Films produced by Ken Faro. Photographs by Othello de Souza Hartley. Venue: The National Trust Sutton House, 2-4 Homerton High Street. E4 6JQ 12noon- 4.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 986 2264.

Fri 5 Oct
LONDON IS THE PLACE FOR ME
A group exhibition of film, photography, and a programme of events that explore the experiences of people coming to the UK from around the world. Venue: Rivington Street, Shoreditch, London EC2A 3BE (tube: Old Street & Liverpool Street). 10am – 6pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 729 9200.

Sat 6 Oct
DINU LI TALK
Manchester-based photographer, Dinu Li, talks about his series ‘Press the Star, Then Say Hello’, shown for the first time as part of this exhibition. Venue: Rivington Street, Shoreditch, London EC2A 3BE (tube: Old Street & Liverpool Street). 3pm – 4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 729 9200.

Sat 6 Oct
HIDDEN HISTORIES
Black British History & Memory In The Archives & Beyond. An exciting opportunity to handle and interpret documents and artefacts, and so uncover Britain’s Black history first hand. Disabled access. Suitable for 16yrs plus. Venue: National Maritime Museum, Park Row, Greenwich, London SE10 9NF.

Sun 7 – 13 Oct
CHILDREN OF JENIN
Exhibition of photographs taken by children depicting their lives both in and out of the refugee camp in Palestine’s West Bank. Limited wheelchair access. Venue: Kingsley Hall, Powis Road, Bromley-by-Bow, E3 3HJ (tube: Bromley-by-Bow, DLR: Bow Church, Devon’s Road,). Adm: Free. Info: 0208 981 8409.

Tues 9 – 31 Oct
MERTON’S BLACK AND ASIAN HERITAGE
An exhibition of Merton’s diverse ethnic community and the contribution which black and Asian people have made to the heritage of the borough, covering a range of topics Adults. Venue: Morden Library, Merton Civic Centre, London Road, Morden SM4 5DX. Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9.30am-7.00pm, Wed 9.30am-1pm, Sat 9.30am-5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 640 9387.

Thurs 11 Oct
AFRICA’S GREATEST RESOURCES
Film Show And Photographic Exhibition with Steve O Taylor, film maker, photographer and historian and an appearance by Shango Boku, who recently played Ira Aldridge at the Old Vic Theatre. Venue: Central Library Hall, 2 Fieldway Crescent, London N5 1PF. 6.30pm.

Thurs 11 – 20 Oct
CAMPAIGNING AGAINST SLAVERY
From The 18th to the 21st Century. An exhibition by Anti-Slavery International to take you on a journey from the transatlantic slave trade through to slavery in contemporary society and campaigns to prohibit them. Venue: Hornsey Library, Haringey Park, N8 9JA. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 1118.

Thurs 11 Oct – 31 Dec
STORY INTERRUPTED
Each piece of Akosua Bambara’s work of jewellery and ceramics is created in memory of the African people who suffered and died during the decades of misery of chattel enslavement. Venue: Bruce Castle Museum, Lordship Lane, Tottenham, N17 8NU. Wed – Sun 1pm – 5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 808 8772.

Thurs 11 Oct - Mar 08
LINKS & LIBERTY
Exhibition exploring Haringey’s own heritage and evidence of local Black presence relating to the slave trade from the 16th century, creating a context for us all to understand and examine the legacy of the slave trade we live with today. Venue: Bruce Castle Museum, Lordship Lane, Tottenham, N17 8NU. Wed – Sun 1pm-5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 808 8772.

Fri 12 & 19 Oct
PORTRAIT POSTCARDS
Have your own portrait postcard taken in front of a backdrop of their choice – informed by their dreams for life in the capital. Venue: Rivington Street, Shoreditch, London EC2A 3BE (tube: Old Street & Liverpool Street). 12noon– 6pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 729 9616.

Fri 12 – 25 Oct
FREEDOM: SLAVERY PAST & PRESENT
An exhibition and community project at the gallery at Morley College to mark the 200th Anniversary of the Abolition of Slavery. Venue: The Gallery at Morley College, 61 Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7HT (entrance King Edwards Walk). Mon-Sat, 11am - 6pm. Info: 0207 450 1826.

Sat 13 Oct
BIG DRAW: DRAWING INSIGHT
Tell the world what freedom and independence mean to you through your self-portrait. Come and see your drawing in our giant celebration display. British sign language interpreted. Disabled Access. Venue: National Maritime Museum, Park Row, Greenwich, London SE10 9NF. 11.30am - 1.30pm, 2pm – 4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 858 4422.

Sat 13 Oct
WILBERFORCE
An exhibition, entitled William Wilberforce & his local connections from the 18th.century - 21st.century. Venue: St. Paul's Church Hall, The Ridgeway, Mill Hill, London NW7.1QU. 10.30am-4.30pm. Info: 0208 959.2288.

Sat 13 & 14 Oct
WALKER EVANS
An exhibition featuring the work of Walker Evans, one of the most influential artists of the twentieth century. Venue: Welling School, Kent. 10am - 3pm.

Sun 14 Oct
CELEBRATING AFRICA
Family Activity Day. Enjoy showcase performances by African cultural groups and artists including Syeyaoum of Kenya, Annang of Nigeria and more. Venue: Various locations around the museum, V& A Museum, South Kensington, London SW7 2RL. 12noon-3,30pm. Info: 0207 942 2211.

Mon 15 - 26 Oct
BLACK 100 EXHIBITION
The exhibition consists of artistic and photographic portraits of Black Minority Ethnic (BME) achievers, past and present. Venue: London College of Communication, Elephant & Castle, London SE1 6SB. Info: 0207 514 2232.

Wed 17 Oct
REFLECTIONS OF PRIDE
An exposition using posters and photographs identifying major Black contributors to the world of Science, Civil Rights and Music, reflecting upon their major achievements. Everyone welcome. Venue: Woodside Day Centre, 57 White Hart Lane, Wood Green, N22 5SJ. 10am-3pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 888 5245.

Fri 19 Oct – 4 Nov
THE NEW BLACK
An exhibition of works by young black rising art stars from South London. Adults only. Venue: A Gallery, 154 Merton Hall Road, Wimbledon, SW19 3PZ. Mon-Sun, 11am-6pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 540 8296.

Sat 20 Oct
TRACES OF THE TRADE:
Britain and the West Indies. Gallery Tour. Find out why, by the late 18th century, Britain owned most of the successful West Indian. Venue: Meet at the Meeting Point in the Grand Entrance, Vi& A Museum, South Kensington, London SW7 2RL. 3pm-4.30pm. Info: 0207 942 2211.

Mon 22 Oct
LOCAL HEROES: WILLIAM WILBERFORCE
An insight into the life of William Wilberforce, one of the most famous anti-slavery campaigners in Georgian England, who for part of his life lived in Wimbledon. Venue: Morden Library, Merton Civic Centre, London Road, Morden SM4 5DX. 10.30am-11.30am & 2pm-3pm. Adm: Free - adv booking. Info: 0208 640 9387.

Mon 22 - 31 Oct
CAMPAIGNING AGAINST SLAVERY
Exhibition by Anti-Slavery International from the transatlantic slave trade through to slavery in contemporary society. Venue: Wood Green Central Library, High Road, N22 6XD. 10am-5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 2780.

Tues 22 Oct – 16 Nov
LEST WE FORGET
A Unesco Exhibition: The Triumph Over Slavery. Venue: Central Library Gallery, 2 Fieldway Crescent, London N5 1PF.

Thurs 25 - 27 Oct
SLAVES OF RAPPAREE EXHIBITION
The Slaves of Rapparee is an untold true story of the politics, culture, and complexities of the British slave trade. This story is unique, fascinating, full of intrigue and educational. Venue: Clubland, Methodist Church Hall, 54 Camberwell Rd, London SE5 0EN. Daily, 10am - 5pm. Info: 07947119348.

Sat 27 Oct
AFRICAN EXPERIENCE
Exhibition, workshops and discussions about the 'African experience' run by the African Cultural Association. Venue: St Paul's Church Hall, The Ridgeway, Mill Hill NW7 1QU. Adm: in adv only £15, conc £7.50 under 12 yrs. 7pm. Info: 0208 906 3793.

Sun 28 Oct
CAPTURING THE MEMORIES OF MERTON
History session and premier of Merton’s Black History DVD By Starburst School of Performing Arts. Venue: La Sporta Community Centre, Church Road/Hallowfield Way, Mitcham, CR4 3BU. 5pm-6pm & 7pm-8pm. Adm: Children 12yrs &, adults £5 on door. Info: 07930 661439.

NOVEMBER

Thurs 1 –15 Nov
CAMPAIGNING AGAINST SLAVERY
From the 18th to the 21st Century. An exhibition by Anti-Slavery International to take you on a journey from the transatlantic slave trade through to slavery in contemporary society. Venue: St Ann’s Library, Cissbury Road, N15 5PU. 10am-5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 8775.

Fri 9 Nov
BLACK BOX BLACK STYLE:
70s Retro Radical & Culture Showcase. Re-live the 70s a time that changed the way second generation black British youth addressed oppression, social, cultural and politically issues. With discussion, live music, bar and food. Various locations around the museum. Venue: V & A Museum, South Kensington, London SW7 2RL. 6.30pm-9.45pm. Info: 0207 942 2211.

Sat 10 Nov
LONDON, SUGAR AND SLAVERY GALLERY OPENING
Celebrate the opening of the Museum in Docklands new gallery, Sugar and Slavery, with stories, music and much more. Discover London's hidden role in slavery. Full disabled access. Venue: Museum in Docklands, 1 Warehouse, Hertsmere Road, West India Quay, E14 4AL (tube: Canary Wharf, DLR: West India Quay). 10am – 6pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0870 444 3855.

Tues 13 - 18 Nov
BLANC NOIR
A visual art exhibition focused on how black culture and style is no longer seen as ‘exotic’, but is now meshed within the Mainstream. Venue: Transition Gallery, Unit 25a Regent Studios, 8 Andrews Road, London E8 4QN. Info: 0207 254 4202.

Sat 17 Nov –1 Dec
CAMPAIGNING AGAINST SLAVERY
From the 18th to the 21st Century. An exhibition by that takes you on a journey from the transatlantic slave trade through to slavery in contemporary society and by the development of international standards to prohibit them. Venue: St Ann’s Library, Cissbury Road, N15 5PU. 10am-5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 8775.

Fri 23 Nov
DUTTY MAS
An Interpretation Of Early Carnival. Day and Night Events. Dutty Mas is an interpretation of Kalinda, an early form of music and dance that rose up out of plantations in the Caribbean around the 1720's. Venue: Victoria & Albert Museum, South Kensington, London SW7 2RL. Info: 0207 942 2211.

Sat 24 Nov
TRACES OF THE TRADE:
Representing Slavery and Abolitionism. Gallery Tour. Discover why the Christian-inspired imagery of the black man in a pose of supplication was so common with those who opposed the slave trade. Venue: Meet at the Meeting Point in the Grand Entrance. Victoria & Albert Museum, South Kensington, London SW7 2RL. 3pm-4.30pm. Info: 0207 942 2211.

Thurs 25 Oct
LONDON IS THE PLACE FOR ME
Launch of The Front Room website, inspired by the work of Michael McMillan’s ‘The West Indian Front Room’ Venue: Rivington Street, Shoreditch, London EC2A 3BE (tube: Old Street & Liverpool Street). 6pm – 8pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 729 9200.

Mon 26 Nov
BRENT BLACK MUSIC PROJECT
An exhibition recording the history of Black music in Brent mainly using photographs and has a booklet and DVD containing more details. Venue: The Community Gallery, London NW10. Info: 0208 937 3144/ www.brent.gov.uk/creativedevelopment

Mon 26 Nov - 08
BRENT BLACK MUSIC HISTORY EXHIBITION
A year-long exhibition of photographs from Brent Music History Project... with photographs by Patrick Friday and Kwaku. Venue: Brent Museum in Willesden Green Library Centre, 9 5 High Road, NW10 2SF). 2pm. Adm: £Free. Info: 0208 450 5987.

Sat 27 Oct
FREEDOM SPIRIT-FASHION
Weave your magic and be part of traditional African dress, fashion and makeup. Create beautiful costume designs through the eyes of theatre and performance. Venue: Hackney Museum, Technology and Learning Centre, 1 Reading Lane, E8 1GQ. 2pm – 4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 356 3500.

Tues 27 Nov
CULTURAL ARTS EVENT
Showcase exhibition of masks, photos and writing exploring and celebrating ‘our mixed race heritage/identity’. Venue: Inn on the Green, 3-5 Thorpe Close, W10 5XL. 6pm - 9pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 960 2070.

DEC – MARCH 2008

Mon 3 – 21 Dec
CAMPAIGNING AGAINST SLAVERY
From the 18th to the 21st Century. An exhibition that takes you on a journey from the transatlantic slave trade through to slavery in contemporary society. Venue: Stroud Green Library, Quernmore Road, London N4 4QR. 10am-5pm. Adm: £Free. Info: 0208 489 8776.

Fri 4 –19 Jan 2008
CAMPAIGNING AGAINST SLAVERY
From the 18th to the 21st Century. An exhibition by Anti-Slavery International to take you on a journey from the transatlantic slave trade through to slavery in contemporary society. Venue: Alexandra Park Library, Alexandra Park Road, Wood Green, N22 7UJ. 10am-5pm. Adm: £Free. Info: 0208 489 8770.

Sat 8 - 9 Dec
AN AFRICAN EXPERIENCE OF HANDEL'S MESSIAH
A theatre performance, this is a mixture of story telling, poetry, African music styles, dance, drama, sound and costume in a 'Total African Theatre' style. Venue: Lecture Theatre, Venue: V & A Museum, South Kensington, London SW7 2RL. 12noon-3pm. Adm: £7.50, £6, conc £5. Info: 0207 942 2211.

Sat 15 Dec
TRACES OF THE TRADE:
Gallery Tour. Examine how slavery and slave trading were already firmly entrenched in many African societies before contact with Europe and the part African chiefs, traders and merchant princes played in the supply of slaves from the interior to the coast. Venue: Meet at the Meeting Point in the Grand Entrance, Victoria & Albert Museum, South Kensington, London SW7 2RL. 3pm - 16.30pm. Info: 0207 942 2211.

Mon 21 Jan – 9 Feb 08
CAMPAIGNING AGAINST SLAVERY
From the 18th to the 21st Century. This exhibition to takes you on a journey from the transatlantic slave trade through to slavery in contemporary society. Venue: Muswell Hill Library, Queen’s Avenue, Muswell Hill, London N10 3PE. 10am-5pm. Adm: £Free. Info: 0208 489 8773.

Mon 11 Feb –1 Mar 08
CAMPAIGNING AGAINST SLAVERY
From the 18th to the 21st Century. An exhibition by Anti-Slavery International to take you on a journey from the transatlantic slave trade through to slavery in contemporary society. Venue: Muswell Hill Library, Queen’s Avenue, Muswell Hill, London N10 3PE. 10am-5pm. Adm: £Free. Info: 0208 489 8773.