Knowledge

At SKARUB, we are committed to preserving, celebrating, and amplifying Black history, culture, and contributions in Bristol. Below is a curated list of resources, organisations, and initiatives that document and support Black communities in the city.

Bristol Black Archives Partnership – A project working to preserve and promote the histories of Bristol’s Black communities through archiving and storytelling.
🔗 https://www.bristolmuseums.org.uk/collections/black-history/

Bristol Radical History Group – Explores untold histories, including Bristol’s Black history, the city’s role in the transatlantic slave trade, and local activism.
🔗 https://www.brh.org.uk/

The Real Photography Company – The Black South West Network Archive – A growing collection of photographs documenting Black experiences and contributions in the region.
🔗 https://realphotographycompany.co.uk/black-south-west-network-archive/

Seven Saints of St. Pauls – A heritage project celebrating the contributions of seven influential Black figures in Bristol’s St. Pauls community.
🔗 https://sevensaints.co.uk/

Black South West Network (BSWN) – A leading organisation advocating for racial equity, economic empowerment, and social justice for Black and minoritised communities in Bristol.
🔗 https://www.bswn.org.uk/

Kuumba Centre – A historic Black-led community space in St. Pauls, supporting cultural, artistic, and educational initiatives.
🔗 https://www.kuumbacentre.co.uk/

SARI (Stand Against Racism & Inequality) – Provides support and advocacy for victims of racial discrimination and hate crime in Bristol.
🔗 https://saricharity.org.uk/

Afrika Eye Film Festival – Celebrating African and diaspora cinema, bringing stories from Africa and the Caribbean to Bristol audiences.
🔗 https://www.afrikaeye.org.uk/