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!
August 2007 Events
Yorkshire Day 1st August 2007
Yorkshire Day celebrates traditional culture and heritage of our county more »
Dennis Rollins Griots t’ Garage 1st August 2007
A musical history of the African Diaspora more »
Soweto Kinch Band featuring Abram Wilson 3rd August 2007
A Day in the Life of B19: Tales of the Tower Block, performed by award-winning sax and rap star Soweto Kinch and his band. more »
Hands on Africa 4th August 2007
Family workshops exploring slavery through artefacts and objects more »
Grand Union Orchestra 4th August 2007
Can't chain up me mind! more »
A world of stories 8th August 2007
Stories brought to life more »
Hull Rock Against Racism Posters 1979-1982 exhibition at Ferens 10th August 2007
Compelling collection of original prints against racism is displayed at Hull's Ferens Art Gallery more »
Propaganda at The Lamp 11th August 2007
Unique events at local clubs take centre stage during the PROPAGANDA weekend. 'Who Shot the Sheriff?' - a radical rockumentary about the roots of Rock Against Racism and the rise of the contemporary LoveMusicHateRacism campaign- will be screened for the first time ever in Hull at the Lamp, on Saturday August 11 at 7.30pm. more »
Propaganda at The Adelphi 12th August 2007
Live-music at the Adelphi on Sunday August 12th includes not-to-be-missed newcomers The Cliques plus others supporting Wilberforce 2007 and Love Music Hate Racism. Join us at a PROPAGANDA event, visit http://www.hullrockagainstracism.co.uk and take a stand against racism and fascism. more »
International Conference, “The Bloody Writing is for ever torn” 12th August 2007
This 5 day conference will be held in Ghana more »
A journey through Africa 13th August 2007
African music, dance and storytelling activities and workshops more »
Hull Truck Youth Theatre performance: Slavers 23rd August 2007
Hull Truck Youth Theatre will be performing a play inspired by the life and achievements of Wilberforce at Spring Street theatre. more »
Cultural Carnival 25th August 2007
Explore world cultures 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.
