The Lewisham Maroon Plaques scheme celebrates the remarkable endeavours and achievements of its former residents and commemorates significant historical events that have occurred in the borough.
There are over 20 Maroon Plaques in Lewisham, commemorating people and events such as:
The Black People’s Day of Action, 1981, when the Black community came together to march against racism
Dietrich Bonhoeffer, one of the leading theologians of the 20th century
Margaret and Rachel McMillan, social reformers and educational theorists who had a significant influence on the development of nursery education
Maroon Plaque nominations
Help us commemorate Lewisham's past by nominating a person, event, or subject for a Maroon Plaque.
To be considered for a Maroon Plaque, each nomination will be evaluated using, but not limited to, the following criteria:
Nominated person/event/subject:
has made significant, lasting contributions
has a strong connection to local community
is no longer living, and/or sufficient time has passed to show the lasting impact of the person/event/subject on the community and society
promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion
has not already been commemorated by another plaque nearby