The next forum meeting will take place on Tuesday the 9th of March and will launch Blackpool, Inside Out, a new artwork created by Kate Eggleston-Wirtz as the 2009 artist in residence for the Blackpool Art Service’s Regeneration Arts Programme.
The object is now available on loan for FREE from the Grundy Art Gallery, as an educational resource exploring Blackpool’s heritage and discussing Blackpool’s future. The object has many layers, opening up to reveal several themes including; Blackpool Tower, Donkey rides, the Hotel Business, Trams, Tourism, Circus and plenty more. It is adorned with historical objects to handle and look at, getting everyone talking about Blackpool - past, present and future. Blackpool, Inside Out also comes with an Educational Pack with lots of infomation on the history of Blackpool and also suggestions for activities.
The launch will take place at the Grundy Art Gallery, Queen Street, Blackpool, FY1 1PX on Tuesday the 9th of March from 4pm. At 4.30pm, Kate will be giving a talk about the object and how to use it as an educational tool in class or with a group. If you would like to attend please RSVP to Kerry Hunt on 01253 478170 or kerry.hunt@blackpool.gov.uk
The launch will take place at the Grundy Art Gallery, Queen Street, Blackpool, FY1 1PX on Tuesday the 9th of March from 4pm. At 4.30pm, Kate will be giving a talk about the object and how to use it as an educational tool in class or with a group. If you would like to attend please RSVP to Kerry Hunt on 01253 478170 or kerry.hunt@blackpool.gov.uk
