The Hidden Hands of Walsall procession took place in the town centre at the end of November and has been captured in this beautiful film by Carl Gibbons.
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Walsall is positioning itself as one of the most creative areas in the Black Country, with a host of innovative projects and collaborations shaping a vibrant cultural future.
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Bostin Creatives organised a beautiful inclusive day of free festivities and activities for the whole family at the Walsall Hub including: Drop in crafts, Christmas card making, live music, festive storytelling and games and a Christmas performance.
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The Hidden Hands of Walsall engaged with a group of women from diverse and often migrant backgrounds living in Walsall who regularly meet at Simple Steps CIC and Aaina Community Hub.
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The team at Walsall Creative Factory didn’t let the horrible weekend weather spoil their plans as they delivered a stunning example of community resilience and creativity with their lantern trail representing local history and diversity.
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Three artists have taken up residency in empty shops in Walsall to make art. Located on the top floor of the Saddler Centre artists Daya Bhattia, Queenie Garland and Dan Griffin-Hayes will occupy two empty shops until December 2024 creating new temporary public artworks for Walsall.
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In collaboration with One Walsall and as part of the 'Walsall Makes' programme, Creative Black Country (CBC) is proud to announce the recipients of the series of Small Community Cultural Grants (ranging from £1k to £5k) as part of our ongoing partnership to celebrate and enrich local culture in Walsall.
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Juneau Projects, the innovative artist duo known for their community-centered and interactive works, have been awarded the prestigious Artist in Residency opportunity, presented through a new partnership between Midlands landlord whg and Creative Black Country (CBC).
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Small Community Cultural Grants of £1k to £5k available to support brand new community cultural and creative activity in Walsall Borough.
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Creative Communities special series - PART 01: WALSALL
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CBC Creative Advisor Laura chats to David who shares how he collaborated with the team at the Creative Factory and how they set up a writing group.
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Calling on artists who are interested in collaborating with residents to make great creative experiences happen in Walsall.
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Where can you go for circus skills fun, nature-inspired screen printing, live music, Japanese Hapa Zome making and creative conversations? The CBC Summer Social is where…
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A giant sculpture is about to set afloat on two of Walsall’s most recognisable waterways this month.
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Over 100 Walsall residents aged 5 - 83 have contributed to a new film celebrating Walsall’s Arboretum. Watch the film here…
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Walsall Arboretum bandstand was open to the public last weekend (11-12 September) to host I Remember Walsall Illuminations – an exhibition of photos and videos about the famous Midlands light show which ran for 57 years in the town’s premier park.
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I Remember Walsall Illuminations: An exhibition of photos and video at Walsall Arboretum Bandstand, 11-12 September.
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2 Meters Ap-Art Community Portraits Art Exhibition - An Outdoor Public Art Show by Ade Wressell. Monday 3rd May - Friday 18th June @ Walsall Creative Factory. The Exhibition is a collection of black and white portraiture photographs that tell the story of the Butts diverse community, celebrating identity and togetherness, whilst being kept apart during Covid-19.
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Join CBC Monday's at 4.00pm via ZOOM or Facebook to hear fast-paced inspirational presentations from creative practitioners and speakers who will share their work using 20 images with just 20 seconds to talk through each one.
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Walsall Creative Factory develops projects in Community and School settings in Walsall by fostering partnership and working with a variety of groups, neighbourhoods and organisations. The team provide life enriching experiences through the delivery of creative activities and events to support community cohesion.
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