Heritage

Unearthing Invisible Seafaring Histories of Empire

An exhibition exploring the early arrivals of Muslim seafarers at the Royal Victoria Dock and their contributions to the local community in the 1800s. The exhibition brings to light stories and experiences of the Muslim seafarers who arrived in East London.

The exhibition will be open to the public every Tuesday in November from 1-5pm.

Time & date

The exhibition will be open to the public every Tuesday in November from 1-5pm.

Location

University of East London, Library, Archives and Learning Services, Docklands Campus, University Way, London, E16 2RD

Tickets

Free

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Art & Culture

Making Space: The People’s Plan

Large-scale artwork reproducing ‘The People’s Plan for the Royal Docks,’ a 1980s community-led project to oppose the airport.

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Millennium Mills

Derelict early 20th century flour mill turned screen icon; this Royal Docks landmark is due to be redeveloped.

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Top 1 Forever

Modern British restaurant overlooking of the water, with a wood-fired oven.

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