Opening Celebration | Elsa James: It Should Not Be Forgotten
Exhibitions: Talks & Events: FREE
(No booking required)
Opening Celebration | Elsa James: It Should Not Be Forgotten
Friday 28 March 2025
Galleries
Elsa James: Living in the Wake of the Lust for Sugar, Film still, London, Sugar & Slavery Gallery, Museum of London Docklands, Image: Andy Delaney 2023
Join us for a special evening event to celebrate the opening of ‘It Should Not Be Forgotten’, Elsa James’s first major solo exhibition at Firstsite!
Be among the first to experience a bold and unflinching exploration of Britain’s colonial past and its lasting impact on Black life today.
Discover a provocative mix of new work from renowned British African-Caribbean interdisciplinary artist Elsa James in her new exhibition, featuring photography, neon, screen print and sound.
Join us for an evening of art, conversation, and reflection:
- Speeches will begin at 7pm.
- Our fully licensed bar will be open throughout the evening.
- Explore all our current exhibitions, browse the shop, and visit the cinema.
- No booking required. Everyone welcome.
To find out more about the exhibition click here.
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Dates and times
Friday 28 March 2025 | 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm