On Saturday 11 May 2024, join world-renowned musician and artist Peter Brathwaite, for a special event from 1pm – 4pm, which includes ‘Mischief in the Lecture Theatre: In Conversation with Peter Brathwaite’ from 2pm – 3pm, at the Weston Library. This event will offer a behind-the-scenes look and exploration of his family history, while telling the stories of three of his ancestors, whose lives intersected amid the grim reality of slavery in 18th-century Barbados.

This event will include a guided tour of his pop-up display ‘Mischief in the Archives’ and provide an opportunity to hear about the personal stories behind his family history research. Attendees will learn about conducting Caribbean and African family history research using the Bodleian’s rich archival collections, and participate in a hands-on activity to create their own ‘Mischief in the Archives’ keepsake.

More information here.

Yshani Perinpanayagam, piano & percussion