The Sir Collins Legacy

Celebrating the contributions of pioneering entrepreneurs and entertainers through clubs like Cubies and the legendary Four Aces, a free day launching the new heritage elements installed in Dalston Square in collaboration with the Older Generation, Younger Generation (OGYG) organisation. Join us and enjoy an unveiling ceremony, live acoustic music from Reggae band Black Slate,  a museum display and delicious Caribbean food.  

Since 2020, OGYG has worked with community partners and Hackney Council to bring the late Sir Collins’ vision to life: a heritage space honouring Dalston Square’s rich cultural history.

Together, we have:

• Installed a new history panel telling the story of the site

• Created dedicated space in the square honouring cultural trailblazers

• Established a memory garden for the victims and survivors of the New Cross Fire

• Processed Sir Collins’ archive, preserving vital local and national history

  
  Join us as we unveil and launch these fantastic new elements so we can enjoy, learn and remember together.
  
  Schedule for the day:
  
  1.00pm: Event open
  1.30pm: Unveiling of Dalston Square History Panel
  3.00pm: Unveiling of engraved stones honouring entrepreneurs and entertainers connected to the Four Aces, Cubies and other entertainment venues. 
  4.45pm: Opening of the New Cross Fire Memory Garden by the New Cross Fire Foundation and MMere Dane Nyahbingi drummers
  5.30pm: Live acoustic performance from Black Slate
  7.00pm: Event Close

  The event will be hosted by actress and presenter Judith Jacob. Food will be available for purchase provided by Cummin' Up Caribbean. 

  Public Transport is strongly advised. Nearest station: Dalston Junction (Windrush Line) Parking is available in Bentley Road Car Park N1 4BY. Please avoid parking in Beechwood Road. For more information please contact: gary.collins@ogyg.co.uk