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Headquarters House: histories of architecture and enslavement in Jamaica
January 14, 2026
Young visitors and the possibility for play
RISE January 2026 resources
Webinar Date: 20 January 2026
In this RISE webinar we explored ethical and curatorial considerations for integrating child-focused spaces at sites of enslavement. Our discussion centred on how to honour the histories of our sites while thoughtfully acknowledging the needs of young visitors and families. Key themes included:
- Practical approaches to curating child-friendly exhibitions on the topic of enslavement
- Critical considerations for contemplating dedicated play spaces within these historic sites
- Understanding how families with children experience heritage spaces and historic homes
We were joined by guest speaker Andreann (Drea) Asibey who was a curator of a new child-focused strand within the Transatlantic Traffic in Enslaved Africans (TTEA) Gallery at Bristol’s M-Shed museum.
Useful web resources
Early years toolkit
A collection of resources from London Museum featuring articles, case studies and practical resources designed to support cultural organisations in their work with young children and families.
How to engage children, young people and families with sensitive topics
Kids in Museums offers a guide on how heritage organisations can engage children, young people and families with difficult or challenging topics.
Meaningful consultation with children and families
This resource from Kids in Museums offers advice on consulting meaningfully with children and families. Consultation builds a sense of ownership and focuses on working with audiences, rather than for audiences.
Understanding Slavery Initiative
The Understanding Slavery Initiative presents age-appropriate approaches to teaching younger children about Britain's history of enslavement.
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