celebrating
hull’s black history
Communities coming together to remember and celebrate Hull and it’s amazing history.
The theme for 2025 “Standing Firm in Power and Pride”.
1 October until 31 October 2025
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About Black History Month
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Celebrating who we are
Proud of our history
This year, we invite our community to celebrate Hull’s Black history.
From civil rights activists to artists and entrepreneurs, their contributions enrich our city.
Join us for events, exhibitions, and conversations illuminating Hull’s Black community.
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About Black History Month
meet the people
William cline bailey
Musical Artist, Songwriter and Drummer
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Cecil Jones CJ
Musician
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hekima
Musician and Community Worker
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Chiedu oraka
Musical Artist
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The Trailblazers
Sislin Fay Allen
Policewoman
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prince albert jacob
Royal Air Force
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Nichelle Nichols
Actor
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Una Winifred Atwell
Pianist and composer
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coming up
the nearness of elsewhere
Artlink Hull invites you to The Nearness of Elsewhere, a new commission of paintings and digital projections by London-based artist Emma Prempeh
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