Celebrating the history of Lewisham

 

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

 

How do I propose someone for a plaque?

 

To nominate someone for the Maroon Plaque scheme, please view the guidance notes and then fill out the online application or contact local.studies@lewisham.gov.uk for a paper form.