A new home for my World Reimagined globe

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My World Reimagined globe now has a new home …

Reading University

In the summer of 2024 my World Reimagined globe, together with three others, were purchased by the University of Reading and it now sits permanently outside of the historic Park House building - a social and cultural hub on their Whiteknights campus. They were purchsed as part of an educational initiative to remind the community of the enduring legacy of the transatlantic trade, and to inspire reflection on racial justice, resilience, and cultural heritage.

Dr Hannah Lyons, Curator of University Art Collections at the University of Reading, said:

“The University of Reading is proud to host the work of four incredible contemporary artists, who each explore different themes that reflect the legacies of the transatlantic slave trade. From exploring the complexity of Britain’s relationship with Africa, the Americas and the Caribbean, to celebrating the spirit and culture of the African diaspora, each globe takes you on a journey of discovery. It is important to understand our past in order to create a more hopeful vision for the future.”