Supporting Culture and Sport in Lancashire.
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By The British Textile Biennial
BTB25’s participation programme celebrates the shared textile heritage of Lancashire’s communities, through creative learning activities designed to foster creativity, inclusivity & connection.
The BTB25 Participation Programme celebrates Lancashire’s rich textile heritage and vibrant communities. It’s a vital part of our biennial, offering free access for local people to connect with contemporary art, heritage, and creativity. Our volunteer programme will support 50 people to gain new skills, make connections, and become the friendly welcome of BTB. Partnering with 5 local artists, we’ll host 10 free, hands-on creative technique workshops. Engaging with BTB25’s themes of Invention and Innovation, we’ll deliver talks, tours, and learning activities that explore textile history in a contemporary context. We will host 20 guided tours for local schools, create bespoke learning materials for young people and deliver 5 artist talks. Our participation programme strengthens local pride, nurtures creativity, and builds lasting connections. Your support will help us make this possible—bringing art, heritage, and inspiration to Lancashire for everyone to enjoy.
What we'll deliver:
Why it's a great idea:
The BTB25 Participation Programme offers meaningful benefits through learning, volunteering, and creative skills: Accessing Creativity: BTB provides free workshops and an accessible learning programme, breaking down barriers to contemporary art and bringing world-class creativity to Lancashire. Up-skilling and confidence: Volunteers develop teamwork and communication skills while boosting confidence. Workshop participants gain hands-on creative techniques from local artists. Inclusivity and Community: Workshops and volunteering bring people together, fostering connections and celebrating the community’s creative potential. Economic and Educational Impact: Volunteering equips participants with transferable skills and young people gain exposure to creative industries, sparking new aspirations. Creating a Platform for Local Talent: BTB supports local artists and strengthens Lancashire’s cultural richness and creative ecosystem.
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Location Burnley
About the space
British Textile Biennial Participation Programme will take place across the boroughs of Pendle, Burnley, Rossendale, Hyndburn, Blackburn with Darwen, Preston & Lancaster. At least 60% of the activity will occur within the eligible boundaries, ensuring significant local impact while engaging communities across East Lancashire.
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Lancashire County Council
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Supporting Culture and Sport in Lancashire.
How will the money be spent?Target (inc. fees) £54,918
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Target (inc. fees) £54,918
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