Amelia Earhart

To be changed 4th January 1965

To be changed 28 Hyde Park Gate, South Kensington, London,

To be changed SW7 5DJ, United Kingdom

REMEMBERING THE MOMENT, THE PERSON & THE PLACE

NOMINATION

World History Site Nomination

To Nominate a candidate location simply apply online. All nominated sites are listed pending verification.

Black Plaques accreditation is judged on the basis of the supporting historical data, society records or expert input supplied.

Our aim is to list as many Black Plaques as possible so please don’t hesitate as we are interested in every site, big or small.

NOMINATION

World History Site Nomination

To Nominate a candidate location simply apply on-line. All nominated sites are listed pending verification.

World Origin Site accreditation is judged on the basis of the supporting historical data, society records or expert input supplied.

Our aim is to list as many World Origin Sites as possible so please don’t hesitate as we are interested in every World Origin Site, big or small.

WORLD HISTORY SITE INFORMATION

Thank you for Nominating your location as a Black Plaque site.

In order to process your listing please provide as much information as you can in the form.

Your entry will be listed as ‘Nominated’ on the Black Plaques website until Accredited.

Full Accreditation requires verification by:
  • Minimum of three independent accounts as : Web Publications, Library Publications or Company / Site Records.
  • Or – Championed by an appropriate expert.
Independent applications are very much welcomed – and we can work with you to help establish the validity of any new World Origin Site.

FAQs

It is based on the information provided by each applicant having enough verifiable information to establish the claim.

This can vary depending upon the amount of information provided.

We will compare the information provided and contact both applicants for further data.

This is up to the individual site. It is intended to help with building awareness of the unique Black Plaque.

A very strong sense of belonging to such a unique collection of sites around the globe. Every site gets either a licensed or freely awarded certification allowing the use of the Black Plaques brand in all publicly and PR for a 12 month period together with an A4 Official Certificate and link to the promotional guide. Translations in key languages are available.

These are an additional cost and licence but we advise checking with your local planning department if you intend to use them on the outside of a building. Translations are available.

Yes, we can amend content but the authenticity of all information is the responsibility of the provider.

Yes, we are building a team of Black Plaques Champions that are historical experts.

It runs for 12 months from receipt of payment and can be renewed automatically. The use of the Black Plaques.org brand cannot be used without a current payment or exemption agreement.

Any site can be Nominated on the website to explore its credentials or receive information from other interested parties. Once a site has enough recorded information about its claim to be a Black Plaques site then it will be awarded full Accreditation as a Black Plaque.

Yes, we are an independent heritage initiative not sponsored by or owned by a third party.

Yes, some sites might have multiple Black Plaques, we welcome exploring all Nominations.

Yes, all Black Plaques can be accredited irrespective of their other affiliations.

Yes, we can sometimes help fill in the blanks or suggest a Black Plaques Champion with expertise in particular subjects.

TELL US MORE

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COUNTRY*
ZIP or Postcode
Tell us as much as you can about the person and where they died and any information to support your nomination.
Not essential at this stage but please submit any copyright free images if you can? Images of the site/location, images of the person you're nominating.
Drop files here or
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, jpeg, pdf, Max. file size: 8 MB, Max. files: 4.
    Please add all links to the Black Plaques subject that are already listed in a website, publication, interest group, society or museum. The more you submit the easier it will be to verify Black Plaques status. A minimum of three independent listings are normally required.
    Please include links to any Museum, Institution, Company or Affiliated Body that is linked to or commemorates your nomination. They might be at or near the site where it happened.
    Please link us to any appropriate Expert/s in the subject who can help tell us more about the subject of this Black Plaques Nomination.
    Your Name:*
    Consent*

    Tell Us More

    "*" indicates required fields

    COUNTRY*
    ZIP or Postcode
    Tell us as much as you can about the person and where they died and any information to support your nomination.
    Not essential at this stage but please submit any copyright free images if you can? Images of the site/location, images of the person you're nominating.
    Drop files here or
    Accepted file types: jpg, gif, jpeg, pdf, Max. file size: 8 MB, Max. files: 4.
      Please add all links to the Black Plaques subject that are already listed in a website, publication, interest group, society or museum. The more you submit the easier it will be to verify Black Plaques status. A minimum of three independent listings are normally required.
      Please include links to any Museum, Institution, Company or Affiliated Body that is linked to or commemorates your nomination. They might be at or near the site where it happened.
      Please link us to any appropriate Expert/s in the subject who can help tell us more about the subject of this Black Plaques Nomination.
      Your Name:*
      Consent*