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The Story of Britain’s Black Nurses – An Afternoon with Kandace Chimbiri and Special Mary Seacole Performance

12 October 2024
1:30pm
Included in general admission

Join the Florence Nightingale Museum and Beloved Author, Kandace Chimbiri for a Special Book Event and Performance!

Starting at 1:30pm, there will be a Mary Seacole performance, where visitors will learn about her life, works, and experiences in her own words. Miss Seacole will then introduce everyone to the author of the new book, The Story of Britain’s Black Nurses, Kandace Chimbiri. Kandace will then start her storytelling, followed by a Q+A session at the end.

The Story of Britain’s Black Nurses, is a beautifully written and illustrated book which traces the history of nursing from the ancient world to modern day. This story includes many incredible nurses from around the world: talented, skillful, innovative, hardworking, resilient. It is a perfect for young readers but has many fascinating details for adults as well.

This book will be available for purchase and signing at the event.

Admission is included in all general admission tickets. Tickets can be purchased online through the button below or at the door on the day.

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