The Black Cultural Archives is the only centre in the country devoted to preserving and telling the stories of African and Caribbean people in the UK. Check online to see what's happening before you visit, as the venue is primarily used for research and community meetings, but the cafe, events and rotating temporary exhibition space are open to the casual visitor.
Black Cultural Archives
Brixton, Peckham & South London
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