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Black History Month

Black History Month - A photographic competition for Merton Schools

Help Merton Heritage Service to celebrate Black History Month by entering our latest photography competition.


We would like your photos on the theme of black history and culture.  They need to tell a story and can feature anything from people to places, work, activities, or even food. The subject matter is up to you, but all pictures must be taken in Merton.

Selected entries will feature in an exhibition at Merton Civic Centre (23 October – 6 November 2024.)

Successful entrants will be invited to a special launch event (23 October)
Prizes will be awarded for the entries chosen by a panel.

Please read the attached terms and conditions.    

Terms and Conditions

Submission deadline: 11am on 17 October 2024.

Schools can: Email entries to: local.studies@merton.gov.uk
5MB limit per image (max 2 photos per entrant)
Teachers must supply each entrant’s first and surname, age, school name. plus parent/Guardian contact details (phone/email)