North East

Cultures CIC led a First World War project put together by the young people in the Teesside area which explored the contributions of African people and the effect of the war on the African continent.

Young people reinterpreted the changing roles of women during the First World War, through letters, films and an exhibition.

Young people from North Tyneside found out how the First World War affected their local communities through a range of creative activities.

This £3.6million regeneration project transformed Barnes Park, which has been a key part of Sunderland's heritage for more than 100 years.

Following a £7million refurbishment Preston Hall is able to display a wider range of the 90,000-plus items in the Stockton Museum Services' collection.

Monkwearmouth Station Museum is housed in a Grade II-listed building, under ownership of Sunderland City Council.

Tyne & Wear Archives and Museums enhanced sensory access across five sites, transforming the visitor experience for people with visual and hearing impairments.

Stones from the Roman Bridge at Corbridge have been saved from erosion by the River Tyne and moved to a safe place on land for conservation.