Celebrating the city's diversity  | | Sankalpam - Psyche-the modern self |
A full programme of events and activities celebrating Black History Month 2005 have been organised by Birmingham City Council and the Black History Foundation. Throughout October there will be over 100 events taking place across the city for people of all ages and backgrounds, offering everyone the chance to enjoy and share in different cultures and traditions. Highlights include: Rootz and Grooves – an evening of music and dance at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery on 7th October, a Black History Quiz Night at Great Barr Leisure Centre on 14th October and for the younger audience, the ‘Keepin’ it Real Extravaganza’ at the Birmingham Library Theatre on 27th October. For more information and a full listings of events visit the Birmingham Black History website. Black History Month @ The Drum There’s a full diary of events happening at the Drum, Newtown, Birmingham, celebrating Black History Month, from live performances to exhibitions.  | | Steel Pulse |
Handsworth Evolution (29th August – 30th October), is a cultural and critical exploration of the impact of the 1985 ‘Handsworth Riots’ on its communities in Birmingham portrayed through a series of events at the Drum including: exhibitions, films, critical debates, drama and live music. The highlight of the Handsworth Evolution programme will be an explosive concert by Birmingham's very own legendary reggage band, 'Steel Pulse'. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the formation of the band. Visit the Drum website for a full listings of events. The Drum website >
The BBC is not responsible for the content of external websites Handsworth Riots – Twenty years on  | | Pogus Caesar / OOM Gallery 1985 |
Racial tension and community discontentment escalated into the historical Handsworth riots that rocked Birmingham between 9th - 11th September 1985. Birmingham film maker and photographer Pogus Caesar found himself in the centre of the riots and managed to document numerous scenes. His stark black and white photographs are featured as part of the Burning Images exhibition at The Drum and the 'Handsworth Riots - Twenty Summers On' online OOM Gallery exhibition until 31st October. Read more about Pogus Caesar's Handsworth riots exhibition. Also read the memories of the riots from our readers and add your own comments. | 
