Place    From 1971  To 1991

The Keskidee

Categories: Community / Clubs

Britain's first black arts and cultural centre. Named for a Caribbean singing bird (which seems to sing Qu'est-ce qu'-il dit?), it was founded by Oscar Abrams (1937-96). It had a library, gallery, studios, theatre and restaurant. It also had its own drama company, artists in residence and was a hub for African and Afro-Caribbean politics and arts. The photograph is of a children's event in September 1977. Bob Marley's 1978 'Is it love' video was shot here. A 7 year-old Naomi Campbell apparently puts in an appearance.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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The Keskidee

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The Keskidee

Plaque unveiled by David Lammy M.P.

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1 memorial
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Chairman of the Heath and Old Hampstead Society.

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1 memorial
Woodford Green Men's Club

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The Westcombe Society

The Westcombe Society

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1 memorial

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Brixton Black Women's Group

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Stoke Newington - civilian war memorial

Stoke Newington - civilian war memorial

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