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SUMMARY:Sikhs in Wales
DESCRIPTION:\n\nCardiff Central Library Hub\n\n\nA Community Exhibition\nSikhs in Wales\nExploring Heritage, Migration and the Making of a Community\n\n\nFor generations, Sikh communities have helped shape the social, cultural and economic life of Wales.\nSikhs in Wales brings together photographs, newspaper archives, community memories and personal stories to explore migration, identity, resilience and belonging.\n\n\n\nExhibition\n25 July – 17 September 2026\n\n\nLaunch Event\nSaturday 25 July 2026\n11:30am – 2:30pm\n\n\nAdmission\nFree Entry\n\n\nDiscover a remarkable chapter of Welsh history\nFrom early Sikh pioneers who made Wales their home to the vibrant communities of today, this exhibition celebrates the people, traditions and stories that have contributed to modern Welsh life.\nVisitors will be able to explore historical photographs, archival newspaper coverage and community stories that reveal how Sikh families established new lives, preserved their heritage and helped build the communities around them.\n\nLaunch Event\nJoin Cardiff Central Library Hub for a lively afternoon of culture, creativity, conversation and community.\n\nDhol performances\nExperience the energy and rhythm of traditional Punjabi drumming.\n\nCommunity elders in conversation\nHear first-hand memories and stories from members of the Sikh community.\n\nCreative activities\nMake your own bookmarks and take part in themed arts and crafts.\n\nMehndi\nEnjoy traditional decorative henna art during the launch event.\n\nGurmukhi books\nDiscover books and displays celebrating Punjabi language and literature.\n\nActivities for all ages\nA welcoming programme for families, young people and adults.\n\n\n\nWhy this exhibition is worth visiting\n\nDiscover an important and often overlooked part of Welsh history.\nExplore rare photographs, community archives and historic newspaper coverage.\nHear personal accounts from people who helped shape Sikh life in Wales.\nExperience Sikh heritage through music, language, crafts and storytelling.\nEnjoy a free, family-friendly cultural experience in the heart of Cardiff.\n\nHistory is not only found in museums. It is carried through photographs, language, family memories and the stories communities choose to preserve.\n\nEvent Details\nExhibition: 25 July – 17 September 2026\nLaunch: Saturday 25 July 2026, 11:30am – 2:30pm\nVenue: Cardiff Central Library Hub, The Hayes, Cardiff CF10 1FL\nAdmission: Free\n\n\nCardiff Central Library Hub\nEmail:\n\ncentrallibrary@cardiff.gov.uk\n\nTelephone:\n\n02920 382116\n\nWebsite:\n\nwww.cardiffhubs.co.uk\n\n\n\n
URL:https://southasianheritage.org.uk/events/sikhs-in-wales/
CATEGORIES:Community,Exhibition,Faith
LOCATION:The Hayes, Cardiff CF10 1FL
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