Tottenham Tales

Communities in Haringey were closely involved in the Anti-Apartheid Movement of the mid-late 20th century, with protests regularly held on Tottenham High Road.

Near this site stood Tottenham Community Project. A democratic publisher producing material for organisations advocating for women’s rights, anti-racism, worker’s rights and more; this was a hub for local grassroots campaigners.

Tottenham Green has been a hotbed of pioneers and changemakers. In the past 100 years, it has continued its radical legacy and helped transform the political landscape of Tottenham and beyond.

In 1911, the building directly in front of you (no.366 High Road) became the home of the Tottenham Hebrew Congregation.

West Green Road’s draw to creatives and artists can be traced back to the 19th century and through to us today. As a place, West Green Road has been an area and community where its cultural identity and heritage has captured imaginations and inspired – from setting up creative businesses and homes, to influencing creative responses through writing, films, murals, storytelling, photography, art and music, and giving people their own sense of agency.

This street has witnessed many important innovators who, rooted in their communities, led the way and succeeded in building some of the most successful black enterprises in this country.