Event Calendar

We examine the evidence of the Island’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade, including Jersey’s Lieutenant-Governor Sir George Carteret who was a founder member of the Royal Africa Company that traded in ivory, gold and enslaved people in the 17th century; Captain François Messervy of Jersey who was killed in 1722 during an uprising on board his slave ship off the coast of Africa; and Jersey trader Josué Mauger who in 1752 advertised enslaved people for sale in Nova Scotia, Canada, where his business was based.

This exhibition takes place in the Victorian House at Jersey Museum, with its impressive mahogany staircase, because new research has shown that the house was built partly on the profits of the transatlantic slave trade. ‘Trade Roots’ explores Jersey’s historic links to slavery, from Islanders who owned mahogany plantations overseas and traded in slave-produced goods, to those who campaigned for the abolition of slavery.

Thought-provoking, and at times challenging, this exhibition exposes some uncomfortable new stories from Jersey’s past and examines the legacy and impact of transatlantic slavery on the Island’s community today.

The Link Gallery is located at Jersey Museum & Art Gallery and is an exhibition space between Jersey Museum and the Société Jersiaise. Each month, the gallery features an exhibition by a different Jersey artist, providing local artists with a central space in St Helier to showcase their work.

The Link Gallery is free for Jersey Heritage Members and non-Members

MY HERITAGE, MY HOME

12 October to 27 November

This free community exhibition explores the experience of Black and mixed-race people living in Jersey. This is a partnership between Jersey Heritage and community representative Debi Morris Monro who has collected a wide range of personal testimony over recent months that will be illustrated by a collection of photographic portraits.

An exhibition that explores how the right to protest has shaped and influenced the Island that we know today.

‘People! Power! Protest!’ explores the story of protest in Jersey, from the Corn Riots of 1769 to the Black Lives Matter movement of 2020.

Jersey may be small but Islanders have made their voices heard loud and clear over the years. Jersey has a fascinating history of protest in the Island and the theme of the exhibition coincides with the 250^th anniversary of the Code of Laws that was introduced in response to the Corn Riots.

The exhibition explores how the right to protest has shaped and influenced the Island that we know today, from historic protests, such as the Corn Riots, to more recent protests such as Extinction Rebellion and Black Lives Matter.

Among the items on display is the official 18^th century court records showing the redacted demands of the Corn Riots protestors, and the petition signed by thousands of people to try and save Queen’s Valley from being flooded in the 1980s. There are also the banners and placards from other protests over the years and photographs of significant post-war campaigns and demonstrations.

As you enter the exhibition ‘People! Power! Protest!’, you’ll see a  stunning graffiti-style entrance wall by designer James Carter, of Midnight Industries. Celebrated local artist Ian Rolls has also created a new version of his iconic climate stripes mural in the environmental protest section of the exhibition.   Visitors can to listen to stories of protest and share their own memories of their involvement in campaigns and demonstrations over the years.

An exhibition at Jersey Archive to mark the Platinum Jubilee.

To mark the Platinum Jubilee, a FREE exhibition at Jersey Archive exploring the Royal Visits of the Monarch to our Island before and during her 70 years on the throne. Using images from the Jersey Evening Post Photo Archive and documents from the archive.

Jersey Archive is open Monday to Thursday, 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm.

Enjoy a light-hearted adventure through the lanes and footpaths of St Clement to uncover the stories behind our imposing Jersey Round Towers, an ancient folly and a remarkable 6000 year old tomb. Find a lost railway bridge and follow along the track of the old Jersey Eastern Railway, past two station houses which still exist today.

Hear of mariner’s mysteries, seafaring stories and discover a hidden lighthouse and medieval pathways.

Beginning at Le Hocq, St Clement this circular walk explores the coastline for a short distance before heading inland along forgotten pathways, admiring spectacular sweeping sea views from ancient hilltop monuments. Toilet facilities and refreshments available at the beginning and end of route.

Booking Required.

Cost £15 per person (Children under 12 free)

Please call Kary Day (07797 741176)

or e-mail [email protected]