Tapestry of Black Britons

Tapestry of Black Britons - will be a 6m+ woven artwork depicting the African Caribbean contribution to Britain from Romans onward, echoing the Bayeux Tapestry and Akan woven technique. Imagery incl: portraits, seminal historical moments, protest, joy; African deities and diasporic poetic imagery. It addresses gaps in Black British history awareness with most unaware of over 1,500 years of Black presence. This tapestry can tour indefinitely, with schools resources, workshops  - be viewed online and as an immersive iteration.  It can also serve as a community remembrance platform, allowing unique details to be added   over time.  Evolving with community input, it will honour Black British history as integral to British heritage.