| ANGLO SIKH HERITAGE WEEK 2007 ALL SET WITH EVENTS ACROSS THE COUNTRY |
| By Graham Spicer |
13/09/2007 |
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 | Statue of Maharajah Duleep Singh, Butten Island, Thetford. Photo © James McDonald |
The long and fascinating history of the connections between Sikh and English cultures is to be celebrated during the forthcoming Anglo-Sikh Heritage Week.
Running from September 15-23 2007, this year will see an extended programme of events spread right across the country.
From an introduction to Sikh arms and armour at London’s Wallace Collection
to Rangoli art workshops at Soho House in Birmingham, the events aim to show the shared history of British and Sikh people. |
Childrens Activities, Common Ground Festival, London. Lots of events are suitable for the whole family. Image courtesy ns.images |  |
Other highlights include stories of the magnificent Koh-in-Noor diamonds in the Tower of London, a showcase of the Royal Geographical Society’s unique collection of original maps and photos from the Punjab and an exploration of the complicated relationship between deposed rebel prince Maharajah Duleep Singh and the Empress of India Queen Victoria at Osborne House on the Isle of Wight.
Anglo Sikh Heritage Trail (ASHT) Project Manager Hema Raull said: “Exciting, informative, stirring and fun are some of the words used to describe the range of activities that took place last year during ASHT week.” |
 | Display of Sikh Martial Art, British Library, London. There will also be displays of dancing and traditional martial practices. © Anglo Sikh Heritage Trail |
“This year is no exception. During ASHT week you can learn about Sikh history, culture and tradition through a variety of activities and by learning more about a range of fascinating characters.”
The week has been organised by the Anglo Sikh Heritage Trail, a project of the Maharajah Duleep Singh Centenary Trust, which exists to promote Sikh heritage in Britain. The Trail covers a range of sites and institutions throughout the UK was launched in July 2004.
Visit the Anglo Sikh Heritage Trail website to download a programme of events, learn about the trail and for more information about Sikh history and culture. |
|  | | Wallace Collection, London | | | The Wallace Collection, Hertford House, Manchester Square, London, W1U 3BN, England
T: 020 7563 9551
Open: Mon-Sun 10:00-17:00
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| | | | Soho House Museum | | | Soho Avenue, Handsworth, Birmingham, B18 5LB, West Midlands, England
T: 0121 554 9122
Open: Open Friday 21st March to Sunday 2nd November, Tuesday to Sunday, 11.30am to 4pm.
Closed: Closed Mondays except Bank Holidays.
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| | | | The Tower of London | | | The Tower of London, London, EC3N 4AB, England
T: 0844 482 7777
Open: 1 November - 28 February:
Tuesday - Saturday: 09.00-16.30
Sunday - Monday: 10.00-16.30
Last admission: 16.00
1 March - 31 October:
Tuesday - Saturday: 09.00-17.30
Monday - Sunday: 10.00-17.30
Last admission: 17.00
Closed: The Tower is closed 24-26 December (inclusive)and 1 January.
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