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2.30pm – 4.30pm

Wed 17 Jun 2026

To mark Refugee Week 2026, join All Change Associate Artist, Francesca Beard and Common Ground – a group of people from around the world who have made London their home – for an afternoon of nature-inspired poetry and creativity.

Like humans, trees travel across seas and continents, taking root, enriching new lands and making different countries their home. Each of us has a profound personal attachment to the trees and plants we grew up with. They shape our interior landscapes and ground our sense of self.

Francesca and the group will share poems from their new anthology, Human//Nature, which is inspired by our connection to nature and our love for our shared planet, inviting you to share your stories and create your own poetry, through fun and accessible spoken word and creative writing activities.

Refreshments will be provided.

Hooray, you're coming for free! Why not give a little back and donate when booking your ticket?

How to attend:
In-person only
Duration:
120 mins

Francesca Beard

A poet with over 20 years’ experience facilitating cross-arts projects with a diverse range of groups and communities. Her one-woman shows have toured nationally and she has represented contemporary UK literature with the British Council in 23 different countries. She is an Associate Artist with All Change.

All Change

All Change is a community-led arts organisation and a London Museum Community Associate. We bring artists and communities together to produce original and authentic art, which develops understanding and makes connections between people.

Common Ground

Common Ground is an All Change programme of creative projects and community celebrations, which supports people from refugee, migrant and sanctuary-seeking communities to tell their stories; to experience and contribute to London’s cultural life; and to come together with the wider community to share and celebrate together.

Need to know

You can find us at London Museum Studios, Studio Smithfield, 1 East Poultry Avenue, EC1A 9PT.

We're just a few minutes away from Farringdon station.