The exhibition will be showcasing youth culture, using the Ace as the central hub between the different themes, exploring the cultural changes that occurred, and in particular, how young people broke away from their parents’ lifestyle, which they felt was conservative and restrictive, to a new fast-moving age.
There will be three main areas, with the main focus on young Rockers, and the influences on teenagers, especially rock n’ roll, the ‘devils’ music, fashion and popular cinema, through to the importance of the motorcycle and road safety.
As well as iconic images and objects on display, giving a snapshot of the lifestyle of the young adults at the time, there will also be activities for children to enjoy, such as creating your own logo and printing it on to a T’shirt, 1950-1960 cuisine tasters, an opportunity to meet ‘Elvis’, a motorcycle safety course, and much more!
If you have any anecdotes of the Ace, a story to tell or any relevant memorabilia that you would like to be displayed, email to:
ace.memories@brent.gov.uk.
Exhibition Open: Friday 6th April – Sunday 9th September.
Related Linkswww.brent.gov.uk/acewww.ace-cafe-london.com
