A JOINERS HISTORY. From Hackney Road to Bohemia Place.
Come celebrate the history and legacy of the Joiners Arms–the legendary queer pub on Hackney Road that was forced to close in 2015, and that has today inspired the Joiners Heart!
Dan Glass will host a panel discussion on the legacy of the Joiners Arms, nightlife and queer spaces in London, with DJ Ritu, Jon Ward and Rebecca Zephyr Thomas. Plus a closing performance by the incredible performer Ebony Rose Dark.
TIMINGS:
- Doors from 6pm
- Panel 7.30pm
- Performance 8.35pm
- Bar open till 11pm
As part of this event, we're launching a one-month exhibition and audio archive, which will run until 20 December. This will include…
- Audio interviews with long-time punters of the Joiners Arms
- Friends of the Joiners Arms' campaign items
- Photos of the old venue
- Paintings inspired by the pub
- Library of books on queer history & spaces
ACCESS:
- The Joiners Heart is step-free and wheelchair accessible via a ramp.
- We have a wheelchair accessible toilet and two ambulant toilets. All toilets are all genders.
- We have an accessible bar to order from.
- The panel + performance will have a BSL interpreter and audio description.
- It is a mix of seating/standing. Seats can be reserved for those with access needs, please fill out this form.
- If you need access to BSL interpreter or to audio description please fill out this form so we can best accommodate.
- We will have an access worker available at the venue, so if you need guiding and/or support to and from a tube station or bus stop- please let us know by filling out our access form.
For any questions, please contact: friendsjoinersarms@gmail.com
TRANSPORT:
You can get here by Bus:
- Hackney Central Station (Stop H, K, J): routes 253, 254, 106, 236, 394, N253.
- Mare Street (Stop T, E, F): routes 30, 38, 48, 55, 106, 236, 242, 253, 254, 276, 394, D6, N38, N55.
Amhurst Road (Stop L, R): routes 30, 56, 236, 253, 276
or by Overground:
- Hackney Central, Mildmay Line, 5mins walk;
- Hackney Downs, Weaver Line, 10 mins walk
It may be possible to park on Bohemia Place outside our unit, with some spaces available after 4.30pm.
This event is supported with funding from Hackney Council.