Centre 151, originally known as the VLC Centre, was established as a community space for Vietnamese, Laotian and Cambodian refugees. Today, the space has been repurposed as a vibrant home for arts, culture, dance and performance, led by choreographer Dam Van Huynh, and serves as the home base for the VLC Band, led by Mr Lai. Centre 151 celebrates heritage while creating new opportunities for creativity, connection and community.
Getting there:
By Bike
There is a Santander docking station located nearby at the corner of Whiston Road and Thurtle Road. More info on Santander Cycles
Please note that bikes are strictly not allowed inside our building and must be locked outside.
By Train
We are directly between Haggerston overground station and Hoxton station.
To best locate us, we are on the corner of Whiston road and Queensbridge Road.
By Bus
Bus 394 stops very near Centre 151 and runs from Islington/Angel to Hackney/Homerton. The bus stop is “Thurtle Road”.
Bus 149 and 242 can be accessed from London Bridge Tube Station and run to Centre 151.
Parking
There is parking along the road in front of Centre 151.
Parking free all day on Sunday.
Accessibility
There is no wheelchair access however Centre 151 is currently working on making the Centre more accessible.
There is a step-free toilet on each floor.
Mid-Autumn Festival Programme
Good Mourning Vietnam (Người Khóc Thuê)
A film exploring grief, memory and Vietnamese traditions, followed by a conversation with director Huong D. Ta and film critic Phuong Le.
Tea & Tomorrow: Imagining Diasporic Futures
A tea circle, collective journalling and creative session exploring belonging, kinship, and the futures we imagine for ourselves.
Make a Lantern for the Moon
Make colourful paper lanterns and celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with a creative family workshop for children aged 5–11.
Support us
We are a free museum and registered charity. Your support, large or small, plays a crucial role in revealing the history of the Home and rethinking how we can live better today.