North London council plans festival and exhibitions for VE Day’s 80th anniversary. Community street parties encouraged on May 10-11. Key events include a May 5 celebration at Headstone Manor and two ongoing exhibitions until May 25.
To commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, a North London council has announced a festival and two exhibitions. Residents are encouraged to host local street parties for a community celebration following the official VE Day on May 8, marking the end of a nearly six-year war.
VE Day, occurring on May 8, 1945, marked Germany’s surrender to Allied forces and ignited global celebrations. Although the war in Japan continued until August 1945, this day is pivotal in the history of peace in Europe. However, current geopolitical tensions raise concerns about the stability of that peace.
Harrow Council has organised various events for this occasion, with a bank holiday on Monday, May 5, allowing for community festivities. Celebrations will include a special VE Day event at Headstone Manor and Museum from 12 pm to 5 pm, featuring activities for families, live performances, and war-themed events.
Two exhibitions have been ongoing at Headstone Manor Museum since February and will conclude on May 25. These exhibitions cover home life leading up to VE Day and Harrow’s local commemorations. The exhibitions are free for all visitors.
Residents can also participate by hosting community street parties on May 10 or 11. Those interested must apply for the necessary street closure by the April 17 deadline to celebrate this important anniversary.
Overall, North London’s VE Day commemorations aim to engage the community through street parties and cultural events. With historical exhibitions and a dedicated celebration weekend, the council is fostering remembrance of a significant wartime milestone while addressing contemporary issues of peace and security in Europe.
Original Source: www.mylondon.news