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Children’s Afternoon book event: The Story of Britain’s Black Nurses at the Florence Nightingale Museum
Florence Nightingale Museum, 2 Lambeth Palace Road, London, SE1 7EP
Florence Nightingale Museum, 2 Lambeth Palace Road, London, SE1 7EPJoin the Florence Nightingale Museum and Beloved Author, Kandace Chimbiri for a Special Book Event and Mary Seacole 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 give a talk about her book, 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 times. This story includes many incredible nurses from around the world: talented, skilful, innovative, hardworking, resilient. It’s perfect for young readers aged 8+ but has many fascinating details for adults as well.
This book will be available for purchase and signing at the event.
Admission to this event is included in the general museum admission ticket price. Tickets can be purchased online through the museum’s website at florence-nightgale.co.uk or at the door on the day.
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