Old Hackney Central Library - visit

A guided visit explores the original 1908 Hackney Central Library and its later use as the Ocean music venue, then concludes with a conversation with Rising Tide chief executive Jermain Jackman about the charity’s creative work and the building’s future.

Explore the 1908 library and its later life as the Ocean music venue and Rising Tide creative workspace, ending with a conversation with Rising Tide chief executive Jermain Jackman. Meet at the Valette Street entrance at 12:15 for a 12:30 start; the visit is expected to finish around 14:00. Access involves steps; contact the organisers to ask about a possible lift alternative.