In four years at the helm of an innovative and unusual heritage project Hester Abrams has continually uncovered new stories that connect Willesden Cemetery to London, Britain and the world.
In this talk for Manchester-London Jewish cultural group The JW3 Abraham Debating Society, she shares some of her favourite discoveries, explains why Willesden Cemetery is significant for both British and Jewish heritage and shares what she’s learned in working to open the site to new audiences.
You may also be interested in..
Book for a guided walk of London’s most surprising cemetery
A friendly in person discussion in a non-judgemental space for adults who want to talk openly about death. All welcome
Explore the harmonious blend of heritage and nature at Willesden Jewish Cemetery during National Cemeteries Week
Big Help Out - learn about volunteering at Willesden Jewish Cemetery
Discover where your ancestors came from with the help of experts from the Jewish Genealogical Society of Great Britain together with the Heritage Team
Ground breaking scientists and renowned doctors buried in Willesden Jewish Cemetery
Book for an art themed guided walk of Willesden Jewish Cemetery.
Join AJEX at the Jewish War Memorial in Willesden Jewish Cemetery on Sunday, 7th July, at 11am for a special Service of Remembrance.
Explore the history of the First and Second World Wars at Trench Art Exhibition and a guided walk.
Join us for a captivating Family History Evening, featuring a talk and an interactive workshop.
- Posted in Talk/Seminar