This Black History Month, we are proud to celebrate the achievements, contributions and stories of Black individuals throughout history and in the present day. To support learning, reflection and meaningful discussion, we have gathered a range of resources for students, families and staff to explore. We hope these materials inspire curiosity, understanding and an appreciation of the diverse voices that continue to shape our communities and society.

Black History Month in Royal Greenwich

This October, we're celebrating Black History Month and the 2026 theme, Honouring Our Communities.

There are a range of free events taking place across the borough, including exhibitions, community projects, cultural celebrations and family activities.

Find out what's happening near you through the Royal Borough of Greenwich's Black History Month and Black History 365 programmes.

Black History Month 2026 - Black History Month 2026

• Create: Black History Exhibition - Taking place throughout October at Charlton House & Gardens, this free exhibition has been curated in collaboration with the University of Greenwich and textile artist Lorelle Aboagye, featuring historical artefacts from across Africa. 
• Threads of Heritage: A Black History Textile Project - A free community textile project taking place weekly in Thamesmead throughout October as part of Royal Greenwich's Black History Month programme. 
• Horn Fair 2026 - Taking place on 18 October at Charlton House, this year's event will have an African theme in celebration of Black History Month, with African food, crafts, music, cultural activities and the launch of the African Threads exhibition. 
• S.M.I.L.E-ing Boys Experience - A free exhibition at Woolwich Works exploring identity, culture, wellbeing and representation through large-scale photographic portraits of local young Black boys. The project aims to challenge stereotypes and highlight young people's experiences and voices. 
• Royal Greenwich Black History 365 Programme - The Royal Borough of Greenwich continues its Black History 365 programme, offering events and activities throughout the year rather than only in October. The council reports that more than 150 community-focused Black History events are being funded across the borough.