THE IMMIGRANTS OF SPITALFIELDS FESTIVAL
Introduction
Historic places of interest
For nearly 500 years Spitalfields was the first port of call for many different migrant groups arriving in London. Learn about this fascinating and diverse part of London and enjoy a wide range of events celebrating the lives, heritage and outstanding contributions of people from different faiths and cultural backgrounds, who have made Spitalfields their home.
Visit one of the many historical places which still play an essential role in the community today.
Daily Walks
Walks in Spitalfields
Celebrating the lives and heritage of multi-cultural Spitalfields immigrantsofspitalfields.org.uk A joint initiative of the Swadhinata Trust, Sandys Row Synagogue and Huguenots of Spitalfields
Take to the streets with an expert guide and explore the rich migrant history of Spitalfields; includes Bengali, Jewish and Huguenot themed walks.
19-21 June 11am, 2pm and 6pm £10, book via immigrantsofspitalfields. eventbrite.com For details of meeting points visit immigrantsofspitalfields.org.uk
Dennis Severs’ House
An intimate portrait of Huguenot silk weavers from the 18th century. Sun 12-4pm, Mon 12-2pm, Tue 9am-5pm 18 Folgate St E1 6BX £15, book via dennissevershouse.co.uk
German Lutheran Church
Brick Lane Mosque
The centre of worship for French protestants, Christians, Jews and Muslims. Dress code applies.* 59 Brick Ln E1 6QL Mon 2-4pm bricklanejammemasjid.co.uk
Christ Church
The oldest German church in Britain. 55 Alie St, Aldgate E1 8EB Sun, Mon & Tue 2-4pm stgeorgesgermanchurch.org.uk
Hawksmoor’s masterpiece and one of the finest baroque churches in England. Commercial St E1 6LY Tue 2-4pm ccspitalfields.org
Bevis Marks Synagogue
Nelson Street Synagogue
The oldest Synagogue in Britain. 4 Heneage Ln EC3A 5DQ Sun 10.30-12.30pm, Mon 10.302.30pm, Tue 10.30-1pm sephardi.org.uk
Sandys Row Synagogue
London’s oldest Ashkenazi Synagogue, once a Huguenot chapel. 4a Sandys Row E1 7HW Mon 2-4pm sandysrowsynagogue.org
An orthodox Ashkenazi synagogue in the heart of the East End. Nelson St E1 2DS Tue 12-4pm jewishgen.org Booking fees may apply. Programme subject to change; for the full events programme and for further information visit: immigrantsofspitalfields.org.uk
* Dress code applies: knees and shoulders to be covered for both men and women. Upon entering the Mosque you will be required to remove your shoes.
The Gentle Author
THE IMMIGRANTS OF SPITALFIELDS FESTIVAL 19-21 June 2016
A joint initiative of the Swadhinata Trust, Sandys Row Synagogue and Huguenots of Spitalfields, with the support of the City of London Corporation and King’s College London. Festival Patrons: John Biggs, Executive Mayor of Tower Hamlets The Rt. Revd. & Rt. Hon. Richard Chartres KCVO FSA Rushanara Ali MP Michael Rosen, novelist and poet
Cover image: Brick Lane Mosque – The Gentle Author
19-21 June 2016