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TREASURES OF THE SOAS
Our Permanent Collection. Venue: The Brunei Gallery/ School Of Oriental & African Studies Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square, London, WC1H 0XG. Info: 0207 898 4026 / www.soas.ac.uk/gallery.

Now - 12 Oct
JOANNE GREENAWAY & DEBROSE SEARCHWELL
Two local artists are showing their work. Debrose is using a collaboration of pictures, portraits and facts to celebrate and increase our knowledge of Black Britain, while Joanne uses mosaics in the form of African symbols to remind us of who we are and where we come from. Venue: African Caribbean Community Library, Battersea Library, 265 Lavender Hill, London SW11 1JB. Info: 0208 871 7466.

Now-18 Oct
HEW LOCKE
The Kingdom of the Blind: a solo exhibition of new work by acclaimed artist Hew Locke shows a series of large scale sculptural figures, composed of thousands of miniature toys, plastic memorabilia and intricate decoration. Disabled access, car park. Venue: Rivington Place, London, EC2A 3BA. 11am-6pm & 9pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 729 9616.

Now - 24 Oct
WINDRUSH: THE LONDON EXPERIENCE AND LEGACY
We Were There is the ground breaking interactive Ministry of Defence exhibition highlights the significant but little known contribution made by Britain's ethnic minorities to defence over the past two hundred and fifty years. Venue: (GLA), City Hall, The Queen's Walk, London SE1 2AA. Info: 0207 983 6554.

Now - 29 Oct
STUDIO ONE LOVE
In Jamaica Ron Vester was the official photographer of the legendary Studio One and among his freelance clients were the Jamaica Tourist Board and the Jamaica National Heritage Trust. This exhibition also includes Coxsone Dodd, Lee Scratch Perry, Theo Beckford, King Stitt and The Silvertones. Venue: Swiss Cottage library, London NW3 3HA (and Kilburn Library 4-26 Nov).

Now-31 Oct
EVE ARNOLD PORTRAITS
Arnold was a forerunner in the change taking place in portraiture. Her empathy and determination led to amazingly candid portraits of key 20th century figures from the world of politics and culture such as of Malcolm X. Venue: 63 Gee Street, London EC1V. Adm: Free. 11am-4.30pm. Info: www.magnumphotos.com

Now - 31 Oct
LIFE AS IT IS NOW
Community photographic exhibition from Niger. Venue: Civic Centre, 100, London Road, Morden. SM4 5DX. 9am - 5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 545 3399.

Now - 31 Oct
THE UNDEREXPOSED
A major public art exhibition that forms part of the '4 The Record' Initiative' and features portraits of some of the UK's leading Black British actors. Venue: (GLA), City Hall, Café area, The Queen's Walk, London SE1 2AA. Info: 0207 983 6554.

Now - 1 Nov
GHOSTS IN THE GALLERY
A fast-paced journey through time bringing over 500 years of British history to life. Venue: Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB. Various times. Adm: £9.50. Info: 0208 545 336.

Now - 9 Nov
IMAGE & IDENTITY
Remembering Slavery, Exploring Freedom. A selection of art work to engage and inspire young people in responding creatively to museum collections. Venue: V&A (Sackler Centre), South Kensington, Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL Info: 0207 942 2000.

Now-14 Mar 09
CAMERA PRESS
Marking the centenary of the legendary photographer, Yousf Karsh (1908-2002) with a special exhibition of his photographs of the outstanding personalities of the 20th century. Venue: 21 Queen Elizabeth Street, London, SE1. 9.30am -6pm. Info: www.camerapress.com.

Wed 1 - 15 Oct
THE WICKEDEST OF CARGOES
An exhibition to mark the Abolition of the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Venue: Custom House Library, Prince Regent Lane, Custom House, E16 3JJ. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 476 1565.

Wed 1, 8, 15 & 22 Oct
LECTURE SERIES & GALLERY
A poster exhibition of famous black scientists forms the backdrop to a four-part lecture series. Scientists, historians and social commentators host these evening sessions. Venue: Central Library, 2 Fieldway Crescent, N5 1PF. 6pm-8.15pm. Info: 0207 527 5899.

Wed 1 - 31 Oct
KEEP SMILING THROUGH
An exhibition exploring the contributions made by black Londoners during the Second World War. From air raid precautions wardens to entertainers, black Londoners carried out a variety of tasks on the home front during the Second World War. Venue: Cuming Museum, Old Walworth Town Hall, 151, Walworth Road, London SE17 1RS. 10-5pm. Adm: Free. (wheelchair access). Info: 0207 525 2332.

Wed 1 & 31 Oct
RETROSPECTIVE
Tracing his earliest works as a young man and his psychological studies of art by South African Children. Ralston Roy travels to South Africa, Sri Lanka, Gambia, Kenya and Brazil. Plus Q&A on: 8, 15, 22, 29 Oct). Venue: Sojourner Truth Association, 161 Sumner Road SE5. 10am-5pm. Adm: Free. (wheelchair access). Info: Ralstonroy1@Gmail.com.

Wed 1 & 31 Oct
WINDRUSH EXHIBITION
A visual display of pictures, books, artefacts and costumes to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Empire Windrush. Venue; Southwark Education Library Service, Wilson Road, Camberwell, London SE5 8PD. 9.30 -6.00. Adm: Free. (wheelchair access). Info: educationlibraryservice@southwark.gov.uk.

Wed 1 Oct - 28 Dec
MEMORIES FROM THE ISLANDS
Photographs of the Caribbean from the 1950s and 1960s chosen by members of Haringey University of the Third Age from the many presented to them by Sara Griffiths of the National Archives, and includes their personal observations and emotional responses. Venue: Bruce Castle Museum, Lordship Lane, London N17 8NU.1pm-5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 808 8772.

Thurs 2 Oct- 14 Dec
PETER OGUNSIJI
A contemporary exhibition by Ogunsiji that serves as a tangible reminder of the importance of understanding our history in terms of our past, present and future. Venue: Rich Mix, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, E1 6LA. Daily. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 613 7498.

Fri 3 Oct
HIDDEN HISTORY EVENT
Join Tony Warner of 100 Black Men of London for a BHM presentation on the hidden stories behind the portrayal of Black people in European art. Venue: Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB. 7pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 545 336.

Sat 4-25 Oct
BHM AT PM GALLERY & HOUSE
This exhibition of photographs, paintings, film and literature has been curated recogniseS the creative expressions of Acton's African Caribbean community. Venue: PM Gallery & House, Walpole Park, Mattock Lane, Ealing, London W5 5EQ. Tues - Fri 1pm - 5pm, Sat 11am - 5pm. Adm: Free.

Sat 4 Oct - 26 Nov
FAISAL ABDULLAH
Acclaimed artist Faisal Abdullah will create a new installation in the gallery. The work is personal homage by the artist to the invaluable space provided by a library for personal development. The installation will include contributions by Stuart Hall, Bonnie Greer and Keith Piper. Venue: Swiss Cottage Gallery, London NW3 3HA.

Mon 6-31 Oct
DEBIE & CASSIE
An exhibition of the work of two black women artists with learning disabilities and who have a very individual way of looking at, and depicting the world around them. Venue: Spitalfields Galery, 7-15, Greatorex Street, Spitafields, London E1 5NF.10am-5pm. Adm: Free. Info:
0207 375 3933.

Mon 6-31 Oct
BHM EXHIBITION
An exhibition of work by African and Caribbean artists. Venue: Brady ARTS Centre, 192 - 196 Hanbury Street, London, E1 5HU. Mon-Fri: 9am - 6pm; Sat: 10.30am-5.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 364 7900.

Thurs 9-30 Oct
AT HOME
An exhibition exploring the common feeling many Londoners have of living in a big city; the feeling of being lost, having a mixed identity and feeling disconnected. Venue: Oxford House, Derbyshire Street, Bethnal Green E2 6HG. 9am-10pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 739 9001.

Fri 10 Oct -1 Nov
PORTRAITS OF THE PAST
A visual history of African people from around the world from the 18th century. For all ages. Venue: Greenwich Heritage Centre, Artillery Square, Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, SE18, London (train: Woolwich Arsenal). Disabled access. 9am - 5pm (Tue - Sat). Adm: Free. Info: 0208 854 2452.

Sun 12 Oct
HARINGEY BLACK HERITAGE WALK
Take a walk with historian S.I Martin as he looks at the generational impact of the African-Caribbean presence on the borough, with a focus on the legacy of the SS Empire Windrush. Venue: Marcus Garvey Children's Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA. 11am. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 5309.

Thurs 16 Oct - 6 Dec
NNENNA OKORE
An exhibition of new works exploring the potential of textiles as a metaphor for the interface between human, material and organic worlds, by Okore who studied at the University of Nigeria. Venue: October Gallery, 24 Old Gloucester Street London WC1N 3AL. Info: 0207 242 7367.

Thurs 16 Oct - 13 Dec
EDGE OF ARABIA
Contemporary Art from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Venue: The Brunei Gallery/SOAS, School of Oriental and African Studies, Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square, London, WC1H 0XG. Info: 0207 898 4026 / www.soas.ac.uk/gallery.

Thurs 16 Oct - 13 Dec
A PEOPLE'S MIGRATION: THE BAKHTIARI KUCH
Photographic exhibition of one family during the seasonal migration. Venue: The Brunei Gallery/SOAS, School of Oriental and African Studies, Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square, London, WC1H 0XG. Info: 0207 898 4026 / www.soas.ac.uk/gallery.

Fri 17 - 31 Oct
THE WICKEDEST OF CARGOES
An exhibition to mark the Abolition of the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Venue: Plaistow Library, North Street Plaistow, E13 9HL. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 472 0420.

Mon 20 Oct
LOOKING AT BLACK ARTISTS
Using our large art section, study the work of black artists from around the world, and then replicate their styles using the wide range of materials provided. Venue: Idea Store, Whitechapel, 321 Whitechapel Road, E1 1BU. 10am-12pm. Adm: Free. Age 50+. Info: 0207 634 4332.

Sat 25 Oct
CULTURAL DAY
Come and enjoy stalls, entertainment and African and Caribbean food. Venue: Walworth Methodist Church, 54 Camberwell Road, London SE5 0EN. 12noon- 6pm. Adm: Free. (wheelchair access). Info: 0207 703 2477.

Sun 26 Oct
WINDRUSH 490
Black Elderly Group Southwark, as part of BHM commemorates 60 years of docking of 'Windrush. Venue: St Giles Church, Peckham Road, London SE5. 3pm. Then at Southwark Town Hall, Mayor's Parlour, Peckham Road, SE5. 5.pm-8.pm. Adm: Free. (wheelchair access). Info: 0207 639 8655.

Mon 27 Oct
AFRICAN CANVAS PAINTING
An opportunity to try out hand at painting on canvas and explore African themes in the arts. Venue: Idea Store Bow, 1 Gladstone Place, Roman Road, east London. 2pm-4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 364 4332.

Mon 27 - 31 Oct
GREENWICH YOUNG PEOPLES COUNCIL
Building on the success of last year's art exhibition, young people in Greenwich will be running another art competition to celebrate Black History Month. All the entries will be on display during the Oct half term week. Venue: Citizens Gallery, Powis Street, Woolwich. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 921 4764.

Mon 27- 31 Oct
DIAMONDS OF THE WINDRUSH
An exhibition of the first West Indian immigrants to the United Kingdom after the Second World War: Their stories, progress and difficulties experienced in settling and integrating into British society. Venue: St. Georges Industrial Estate (Unit 5), White Hart Lane, Wood Green, N22 5QL. 9.30am - 4.30 pm. (Thurs - Open to public from 12noon- 2pm). Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 1384.

Mon 27- 31 Oct
THE POSTER PROFILE PROJECT
Fifteen young women (age 14-18) together with Ana Laura Lopez de la Torre. after school and on Saturdays explore the lives of black women activists including Sojourner Truth (1797-1883) Una Marson (1905-1965) and Olive Morris (1952-1979) through to the present day. Venue: South London Gallery 65 Peckham Road, London SE5 8UH. 3pm - 5pm (wheelchair access). Info: 0207 252 4730.

Wed 29 Oct-29 Nov
DONALD RODNEY: SOLO
A unique retrospective of Rodney's work. Spanning sculpture, painting, photography and film. This exhibition includes key works from Rodney's prolific artistic career and features newly commissioned film work. Venue: Rivington Place, London EC2A 3BA. 12pm-6pm & 8.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 729 9616.

Thurs 30 Oct
CELEBRATING THE RICHNESS OF BLACK HERITAGE
An exhibition of art and craftwork by the Older People's Brushworth Groups depicting black heritage. Sing along and listen too. Venue: Blackfriars Settlement, 1-5 Rushworth Street, SE1 ORB. 12.30pm- -5.30pm. Adm: Free. (wheelchair access). Info: 0207 928 9521.

Thurs 30 Oct
AFRICA AND DIASPORA
Find out more about the African Worlds Gallery in this talk with Horniman curator Wayne Modest. Venue: Horniman Museum & Gardens, 100 London Rd, Forest Hill, London SE23 3PQ. 7- 8pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 291 8168.

NOVEMBER

Mon 17-18 Nov
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL MEDIA AWARDS 2008
Exhibition of work by Cedric Gerbehaye, Justin Jin and Angela Catlin three photojournalists shortlisted for the Amnesty International Media Awards 2008 who focuses on Congo, China and Haiti. Venue: 17-25 New Inn Yard, Shoreditch, London EC2A. Adm: Free. Info: www.amnesty.org/events.