Status: In development. The Freedom Journey is BCEH’s developing community heritage initiative exploring Birmingham’s connections with global histories of slavery, colonialism, resistance, abolition, independence and migration.
Our purpose
To support informed, respectful and inclusive conversations about Birmingham’s diverse heritage and the experiences that connect local communities to the wider world.
Proposed activities
- Community conversations, oral histories and intergenerational storytelling
- Research and heritage-learning workshops with historians and cultural organisations
- Creative interpretation through art, film, performance or exhibitions, subject to partners and funding
- Education and opportunities for young people to contribute their perspectives
Who could benefit?
Residents across Birmingham, schools, young people, community researchers, families and organisations interested in shared local and global histories.
Help develop The Freedom Journey
We welcome ideas and collaboration from heritage experts, archives, schools, cultural practitioners, volunteers and potential sponsors. Proposed delivery will be confirmed when resources and partnerships are agreed.