Radical Islington
Whole-day visit for Year 7 and Year 8
During this whole-day visit, pupils will tour John Wesley’s townhouse to learn about the role of enslaved people in the production of goods popular with Londoners in the 1700s. They will take a trail around the museum, finding out about Wesley’s journey to America where he witnessed enslavement first hand, and reflecting on what it means to be enslaved. Key figures who fought to abolish the slave trade will be introduced. Pupils will visit Wesley’s Chapel to learn about his role in the Abolition.
Whole-day visit for Year 7 and Year 8
During this whole-day visit, pupils will tour John Wesley’s townhouse to learn about the role of enslaved people in the production of goods popular with Londoners in the 1700s. They will take a trail around the museum, finding out about Wesley’s journey to America where he witnessed enslavement first hand, and reflecting on what it means to be enslaved. Key figures who fought to abolish the slave trade will be introduced. Pupils will visit Wesley’s Chapel to learn about his role in the Abolition.
Please note that part of this session takes place in John Wesley’s House, which has a steep staircase with no lift access.
Curriculum links: Key Stage 3, History – Ideas, political power, industry and empire, Britain 1745-1901: Britain’s transatlantic slave trade; its effects and its eventual abolition
