Conversation

In Conversation with Lanre Bakare and Lisa Anderson

Foyle Rooms

Join us for an in conversation with author and journalist Lanre Bakare and independent arts consultant Lisa Anderson.

Sun 27 Apr 2025, 4

Sun 27 Apr 2025, 4 - 5pm

Turner Contemporary Rendezvous, Margate, Kent CT9 1HG

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Following the opening of Resistance, author and journalist Lanre Bakare and former Director of Black Cultural Archives Lisa Anderson join us in the Foyle Rooms for an in conversation discussing themes of the exhibition and Bakare’s latest book.

We Were There focuses on the black British experience outside of London between 1970s and 1990s, crossing over with themes from the book. Pre-order a copy of  We Were There with your event ticket for a 10% discount. You’ll be able to collect your copy of the book on the day of the event.

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Lisa Anderson

Lisa Anderson is an independent arts and culture consultant, curator, and writer, championing artists, galleries, and cultural organisations.

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Lanre Bakare

Lanre Bakare was born and grew up in Bradford, West Yorkshire. He is a correspondent covering arts and culture for the Guardian where his writing focuses on the intersection of art, race and culture across multiple disciplines.

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