Spoken Memories project exhibition
Every part of Bristol has a story to tell
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Sat 06 May 2023, 10:00 - Thu 11 May 2023, 17:00
- Location
- Bristol Central Library , College Green, Further info
- Contact
- Amy Densley amy.densley@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking not required
Description
Spoken Memories is a UWE-funded research project led by Professor Shawn Sobers and Associate Professor Estella Tincknell. It is linked to Bristol’s History Commission, which was set up by Mayor Marvin Rees in response to the events and debates surrounding the Colston toppling.
The commission is tasked with ensuring all of Bristol’s citizens feel their experiences and narratives are recognised in the stories the city tells about itself.
The exhibition is open to the public for viewing during library opening times. Audios of the spoken memories will be available to access via QR codes at the exhibition, so please bring a smartphone and headphones to listen to them there. They will also be available on the Know Your Place website during and after the exhibition.
Location
Bristol Central Library
College Green
Bristol
BS1 5TL
UK
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