The Great Get Together will take place on the weekend of 17 June, marking the anniversary of Jo Cox’s murder. Before her death, Cox said “there is more that unites us than divides us” and with that in mind The Great Get Together will aim to bring together local communities across the country with street parties, picnics and barbeques hosted by local residents over the weekend.

Launched by the Duchess of Cornwall and Jamie Oliver, Knowledge Quarter partner The Foundling Museum will take part in this event by hosting a picnic in Brunswick Square, where families will be encouraged to share their favourite children’s book. Whether it’s Harry Potter, Jane Eyre or the Jungle Book. Stage and television actors will be on hand to read your stories aloud and bring much-loved tales to life.

The Roundhouse will be running free hula hooping and circus workshops during the afternoon. Coram’s Fields Youth Centre will also be hosting a free arts and crafts stall in the park giving children and the community a snapshot of activities taking place in the Youth Centre on weekday evenings. Inspired by Jo Cox MP, The Great Get Together is anticipated to be the biggest neighbourhood celebration since the Jubilee street parties.

For any enquiries please contact The Foundling Museum on 020 7841 3600 or email enquiries@foundlingmuseum.org.uk.

This event is part of The Great Get Together celebrations.

Free entry, turn up on the day.