On Saturday 14 October we are celebrating the people of Northumberland Heath, past, present and future with a free programme of public art and creative workshops.
Gallery No.32 in collaboration with Chloe Rochefort present Northumberland Heath: Now & Then, a celebration of Northumberland Heath and the people who have shaped it. Enjoy a day-long cultural programme including a community-generated exhibition, a public art trail and free creative workshops exploring themes of collective history, contemporary society, intergenerational connection and community resilience.
Gallery No.32 in collaboration with Chloe Rochefort present Northumberland Heath: Now & Then, a celebration of Northumberland Heath and the people who have shaped it. Enjoy a day-long cultural programme including a community-generated exhibition, a public art trail and free creative workshops exploring themes of collective history, contemporary society, intergenerational connection and community resilience.
Jill Laudet, Stronger Together. 2023.
Explore brand new artwork made in response to the unique qualities of Northumberland Heath and its communities. Collect a map from one of our stewards and make your way along the high street to uncover each artwork. Explore the shops, the street and the walls to find them all. Once you find one, stamp your map to mark it off along the trail.
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A community-generated exhibition will celebrate the rich past and present of Northumberland Heath by weaving together personal narratives, photographs, and cherished memories submitted by locals past and present. Through this exhibition, we will create a collective portrait of the area and the people who have lived, worked and built their lives here.
Thank you to the Bexley Archive Centre for supporting this exhibition. |
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Join us as we celebrate the creativity and community spirit of Northumberland Heath in a series of collaborative workshops promoting connection, creativity and community spirit. Explore different artistic mediums and techniques while celebrating the vibrant spirit of Northumberland Heath.
Please book free places via eventbrite, however there will be space for walk-ins on the day. All workshops are drop-in sessions, allowing attendees to participate at their own pace and for any duration of time. All materials will be provided.
Please book free places via eventbrite, however there will be space for walk-ins on the day. All workshops are drop-in sessions, allowing attendees to participate at their own pace and for any duration of time. All materials will be provided.
A Stitch in Time
TEXTILE WORKSHOP with Chloé Rochefort and Alice Burnhope Create colourful oak leaves representing a memory to create a collective story of Northumberland Heath during Now & Then. Participants will have the opportunity to explore art bombing, a form of street art where artworks are temporarily installed in public spaces. For all skill levels. Second Chance Charity Shop, 11am-4pm. FREE. |
Mosaic Pizza Party
MOSAIC WORKSHOP with Katie Surridge Discover the art of mosaic from tile cutting to adhesive. Referencing Bexley's creative history, the workshop is inspired by the histories Katie discovered during a trip to Bexley Archive Centre. Once completed off-site, the mosaic will be installed on public display within the area. For all skill levels. Location TBA, 11am-4pm. FREE. |
Make a Mark
STAMP WORKSHOP with the Now & Then team Use the weight of your entire body to get active and get printing. We'll be taking to the street offering a lino printing opportunity throughout the day. You can use your feet to create your print and take it with you as a memento of Northumberland Heath Now & Then. For all skill levels. Location TBA, 11am-4pm. FREE. |
Northumberland Heath: Now & Then
Conceived by Gallery No.32 with Chloé Rochefort
Commissioned by Three Rivers | Funded by Arts Council England
Conceived by Gallery No.32 with Chloé Rochefort
Commissioned by Three Rivers | Funded by Arts Council England
