Uncovering The Casta - Black History Month Free Event
Free Event
Event Description
Join us as we investigate the origins of race, identity, and racial classification.

The Casta Paintings at Leicester Museum and Art Gallery have not been on public display since 1853.
Casta paintings were used to categorize people based on the colour of their skin and their heritage. The Casta paintings were commissioned by the Colonial ruling classes and shipped back to Europe as highly valued artworks.
We want to reframe the narratives surrounding the Casta Paintings using your experiences, your knowledge and present the paintings to the public with a contemporary narrative, reflecting society today.
The workshop will be run by Opal22 Arts & Edutainment, limited places are available so booking is essential.
Book your free ticket: e-mail linda.harding@leicester.gov.uk to book your place.