What's on

A wide range of events are taking place across a variety of venues in and around Hull to commemorate the 'Abolition of the Slave Trade' act. Come along and help us celebrate!

June 2007 Events

Unveiling of a specially commissioned piece of silver 1st June 2007

Specially commissioned silver to be unveiled more »

La Bouche du Roi: An Artwork by Romuald Hazoume 2nd June 2007

Multimedia exhibition by artist Romuald Hazoumé more »

Wilberforce Lecture delivered by Prime Minister of Mauritius 4th June 2007

Dr The Honourable Navinchandra Ramgoolam Prime Minister of the Republic of Mauritius, is to deliver lecture at Hull City Hall more »

African Snow 4th June 2007

Riding Light's Theatre Company present, African Snow more »

A Floral Festival of Freedom 8th June 2007

Holy Trinity Church in Hull will be hosting a Flower Festival which begins on Friday 8th June 2007. more »

Walking With Wilberforce Heritage Trail Launch 9th June 2007

Join in the first 'Walking With Wilberforce' heritage trail. more »

Excellence in Cities ‘What Price Freedom?’ events 25th June 2007

Various events are to be held as part of the Excellence in Cities ‘What Price Freedom?’ project. more »

PlayWrite Festival 07 26th June 2007

To mark the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the slave trade, nine associated Hull Truck Theatre writers have each been challenged to write a 20 minute plays. more »

Fascinating Rhythms 30th June 2007

African workshop for the whole family. more »

Events Calendar

Download a PDF version our events guide (published Jan07).
Please note: Wilberforce2007 events are subject to change - for up to date listings please check the site for the latest details.

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A warning from History

When slavery itself was finally abolished in 1833, over £20,000,000 had to be paid by the British Government in compensation to the slave owners

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