8th March 2018
Legacy of a Rag and Bone Man: A century of community life in Eastcott
Would you like to know more about our story?
Join us on Friday 23 March 2018
10 am – 12 midday
At Savernake Street Social Hall, Savernake Street, Swindon SN1 3LZ
Throughout 2017/18, volunteers at Eastcott Community Organisation have explored, documented and celebrated the heritage of Savernake Street Social Hall and the surrounding area, thanks to a £10,000 grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund.
One of the key outputs of the project has been a book and a timeline leaflet, produced with research help from volunteers, Local Studies; Swindon Central Library and writer/designer Kate Parsons.
The project has also included memory sharing events, community celebrations, a schools art project, and a forthcoming exhibition in Swindon Museum and Art Gallery.
Would you like to know more about the project?
This session might be of interest if you:
– are interested in the themes of the book, and would like to know more about how it came together and/ or
– are thinking of starting or are already involved in a project, and would like to know more about the process involved in exploring local heritage.
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You’ll hear from:
– Darryl Moody, Local Studies, Swindon Central Library – about the resources and support available from Local Studies
– Caroline Davies-Khan, Eastcott Community Organisation – about the heritage year.
– Kate Parsons, Writer and Illustrator, about bringing the research together.
How to book: . There is no charge for the session but booking is essential. We would be grateful if you could let us know one thing you’d especially like to find out so that we are aware of the interests of participants.
Following the session there will be a light sandwich lunch so please advise on any dietary requirements.
Please contact eastcottcommunity@yahoo.co.uk to book or for further information.
A limited number of parking spaces, including accessible spaces, are available onsite if needed.
Eastcott Community Organisation
c/o Savernake Street Social Hall
Savernake Street Swindon SN1 3LZRegistered Charity Number 1160538
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c/o Savernake Street Social Hall
Savernake Street Swindon SN1 3LZRegistered Charity Number 1160538
eastcottcommunity@yahoo.co.ukPlease support us by shopping through Give as you Live https://www.giveasyoulive.com/
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