Working on the museum roof. Photo: Stephen Twitchett
Projects
Isle Martin Heritage Project
Local people were engaged in uncovering and interpreting the history of a community-owned island.
Projects we’ve funded
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An Indepen-dance member taking part in archival research.
Projects
Indepen-dance Members Stories
The Indepen-dance Members Stories project explored personal histories of members with learning disabilities and explored the history of disability in Scotland more widely.
A volunteer shares his family's story of moving after partition to escape the dangers for Muslim families.
Projects
Memories of Independence
The Memories of Independence project gathered and shared stories from India and Pakistani families, about Indian Independence and moving to Scotland.
A lapsed clubber holding a picture frame, dressed in typical clubbing paraphernalia from the late 80s
Projects
Memories, Communities & Belonging: The Lapsed Clubber Heritage Map of Greater Manchester 1985-1995
Focusing on the raving landscape between 1985 and 1995, this project has created the Lapsed Clubber Heritage Map
Hull Maritime Museum under renovation. Credit: Hull City Council's Hull Maritime project
Projects
Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City (HYMC)
Driven by the legacy of the UK City of Culture 2017, Hull has been using the story of its maritime history to become a world-class visitor destination.
Booklets displayed in a glass display case at an exhibition
Projects
Kashmiri Lives
Recording the culture of the Kashmiri community in Greater Manchester through the collection of memories.
Projects
Birkenhead's 'Black Chair' Centenary Festival: Community Engagement Project
This project focuses on one of the most poignant histories of the First World War: Birkenhead's 1917 'Black Chair' Eisteddfod.
St John’s Hoxton received a grant to make governance improvements
Projects
Strengthening St John's Hoxton
St John’s Hoxton received a grant to make governance improvements, whilst also preparing it to undertake a future capital redevelopment project.
Guests enjoying the displays at the screening of 'The Family Way' , a film based on Bill Naughton's play 'All in Good Time'.
Projects
Bill Naughton's Bolton: A Legacy
A project focusing on Bill Naughton, Bolton’s most famous and successful writer, 25 years after his death.
People involved in Risk Takers and History Makers
Projects
Risk Takers and History Makers - Celebrating the voices of the Women of Bedford
The stories of four Bedford women were celebrated with workshops and an exhibition.
Launch of Barnsley's LGBT History trail
Projects
Uncovered: Barnsley's LGBT Past
Barnsley LGBT forum have uncovered previously untold histories to create a digital education pack, documentary and local history trail.
Women working in Carr's biscuit factory
Projects
Celebrating the Spirit of the Cracker Packers
This inspiring community heritage project explores the fascinating lives of Carlisle’s ‘Cracker Packers’ through the ages.