Dorset's Hidden Histories exhibition and book
Louisa Adjoa Parker along with Development Education in Dorset developed the Black History in Dorset project in 2007. A book and exhibition exploring the history of African and Caribbean people in Dorset over the past few hundred years was produced. The research explores black people's presence in Dorset and links with Dorset people and the African slave trade. A number pf black people were brought or came to Dorset in the 17th and 18th centuries as servants, and as well as this there would have been a range of people visiting or settling in the area, such as sailors, soldiers, visiting royalty and writers amongst many more. During the Second World War many African American GIs came to Dorset and left babies behind.
The book and exhibition also explore testimionials of black and minority ethnic people living in Dorset today. The exhibition includes a workshop with Louisa.
For information about booking the exhibition and ordering copies of the book please telephone DEED on 01202 739422 or email info@deed.org.uk
Louisa can also provide lectures/presentations on Dorset's Hidden history. Contact her on louisaparker3@hotmail.com or use the contact form on this site.
A new online resource for teachers to support them teaching key stage 2 pupils about Dorset's black history will be available from DEED shortly.
If you have any stories about local black history, from the past or present, please contact Louisa.
