Cultural diversity

Highgate Baptist Church researched the remarkable life of Peter Stanford, Birmingham’s first black minister.

The derelict Grade II listed building in Brixton was turned into a permanent home for the Black Cultural Archive’s collection of historical material.

International Womens Group explored the connection between Scottish haggis and similar dishes from countries such as Syria, Iran and Egypt.

The 19th-century tiled floor of Garnethill Synagogue was repaired by a specialist tiler working with a young apprentice, and is now enjoyed by all those who visit.

A group of local young Muslims explored how their heritage is archived in two major city museums, in a project run by Young Muslim Aberdeen.

Young people interviewed older British Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs about their experiences of the Partition of India and created an exhibition and workshops for schools and community groups.

Through new partnerships with diverse ethnic communities, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London (V&A) sought to encourage cultural ownership of its collections and develop heritage skills for people within and outside the museum.

Monkwearmouth Station Museum is housed in a Grade II-listed building, under ownership of Sunderland City Council.

The National Trust welcomed local families to four London properties and trained volunteers and staff to make them feel welcome.

The role of spices in shaping local culture, cuisine and customs has been captured thanks to a community history project in Smethwick, Sandwell in the West Midlands.

The L8 Untold Project will engage volunteers in uncovering and recording hidden histories of Britain’s oldest Black community.