Cultures and memories

A cluster of primary schools and a secondary academy were involved in this project learning about the First World War.

Volunteers helped to create an audio-visual exhibition exploring local historical figure John Galsworthy’s role in the First World War and his legacy in Kingston.

The Women’s Archive of Wales recorded the experiences of women working in factories across the country after 1945, filling a gap in our social history.

A group of prisoners attending the Learning Centre at HMP Low Moss explored stories of the First World War, and of those incarcerated as conscientious objectors, by using music, art, drama and creative writing.

Volunteers celebrated the work of Scottish nurses and doctors during the First World War.

Young people and communities from the Welsh Valleys uncovered the experiences of Welsh soldiers during the First World War and created digital animations.

For Friction Arts' I-Land Life project, young people from Birmingham's Five Ways Estate discovered stories of their families' heritage and migration to Britain.

Inspired by the history of a local park, a youth group researched the heritage of their area and shared this with the wider community.

A group of young disabled people explored the heritage of South Wales to develop a sense of their identity.

Young people explored cultural diversity through sport, composing a song and creating an exhibition inspired by the lives of overseas players at Kent County Cricket Club.

Young people interviewed older British Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs about their experiences of the Partition of India and created an exhibition and workshops for schools and community groups.