What do potatoes have to do with heritage? Explore traditions, oral histories, creativity and food inspired by Eastern Europe.

I Come from POTATOESA Celebration of Heritage, Stories & Tradition

Saturday 19 September | 12.00pm–3.00pm | The Green Space

Join us for a free community event celebrating the traditions, stories and everyday heritage that connect people across generations and cultures.

What's On?

Oral History Exhibition – Sounds of Belonging

Discover moving stories, memories and living traditions gathered from fields, forests and hearths. Follow journeys from Eastern Europe to the UK through personal voices and shared experiences.

Have Your Potato Roots? Share Your Story!

Contribute to our heritage research throughout the day by sharing your memories, family traditions and stories. Tell us about the food you grew up with, the places you come from, traditions you've kept, and how life and traditions may have changed since moving to Leicester.

Potato Crafts

Get creative with potato-inspired crafts for all ages.

Pop-up Potato Craft Shop

Browse a selection of handmade potato-inspired crafts and gifts.

Traditional Potato Pancakes

Enjoy freshly made traditional potato pancakes served with sour cream, available while stocks last.

This event is FREE to attend as part of Leicester's Inclusive Heritage Project, celebrating the city's diverse heritage and bringing communities together through stories, creativity and food.

Everyone is welcome! Come along to listen, share, create, taste and discover.

The Green Space is located on Ravenhurst Road, with entrance through the school's car park, opposite 26 Ravenhurst Road, Leicester LE3 2PS.

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