Category Archives: Objects and clothing

BG/P/9/8

The notice was boldly positioned on the front stairs of the British Museum during demonstrations calling for the return of African cultural artefacts. Includes original signatures on the back.

BG/P/9/9

Honorary awards conferred upon Bernie Grant for his personal and public contribution to many facets of British Society eg one award with the inscription: Haringey Unison MEC Presented To Honourable Bernie Grant MP In Recognition For His Fight Against Racism In UK & Europe 1995.

BG/P/9/10

Honorary awards conferred upon Bernie Grant for his personal and public contribution to many facets of British Society.

BG/P/9/11

Honorary awards conferred upon Bernie Grant for his personal and public contribution to many facets of British Society.

BG/P/9/1

Historical note: the spear and blowgun darts were given to Bernie Grant from the Amerindians whom Bernie Grant learnt a great deal from. During earlier years, Bernie Grant lived in the bush where his father taught as a teacher.

BG/P/9/2

Includes posters such as those issued by the African Reparations Movement [eg campaign posters calling for the return of African cultural artefacts], Bernie Grant’s 1987 Labour Candidacy posters [including one issued by Black Focus]; 1992 Europe against Racism [printed in German]; and poster re an exhibition acknowledging the defence contribution made by Black World War veterans.

BG/P/9/3

Handwoven and embroidered 3-piece African dashiki [with sleeved shirt, cap, pants] as worn by Bernie Grant at State Openings of Parliament.

BG/P/9/4

Handwoven and embroidered 3-piece African dashiki [with sleeves, cap, pants] as worn by Bernie Grant at State Openings of Parliament.