4 Sep 2025
A Somali Village in Lister Park
Friends of Bradford Art Galleries and Museums
Find out about this popular attraction at the 1904 Great Exhibition
Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult
- Wheelchair user access
In 1904, as part of the Great Exhibition, a group of Somali men, women and children came to Bradford and lived in a model village in Lister Park. They attracted an enormous number of visitors. Join this talk to hear about the stories and experiences of this forgotten group, Bradford’s earliest-known Muslim community.
Presented by Professors Fozia Bora and Christopher Gaffney.
Visit The Beacon in Lister Park
The Beacon is a custom-made touring venue for Bradford 2025.
From 28 August – 28 September, The Beacon will be at Lister Park.
Plan your visit below, or get in touch with us on [email protected] for more information.
Lister Park
North Park Road,
Bradford,
BD9 4NS
Access
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Wheelchair spaces available to book
If you are a member of our access scheme, sign in to your Bradford 2025 account to book a wheelchair space and companion ticket.
If you have any questions or would like to join the scheme, contact our Ticketing team on [email protected]
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