A celebration of Northamptonshire community – new exhibition opens in November

A celebration of the people who make Northamptonshire what it is today is being unveiled in November at an exhibition organised by local arts, community and heritage organisation 60 Miles.

The exhibition, made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund, is set to be officially launched on Wednesday, 13th November 2024. It will showcase the '60 Miles presents: Community Comics' project, with extracts from a new anthology of comic books, audio recording, pieces of writing and other creative gems on display.

Using money raised by National Lottery players, The National Lottery Heritage Fund supports projects that connect people and communities with the UK's heritage.

Laura Graham, the project's Community Facilitator, explained "It's easy to think of Northamptonshire's heritage in terms of its historic landmarks, famous figures, and pivotal moments. However, the true essence of our county is its people - their stories, their struggles, their triumphs, and their everyday lives.

"That's what this project is all about: telling the stories that don't always make the headlines, but that truly define our communities and capturing these stories so that the voices of Northamptonshire's communities are not only heard today but are also preserved for future generations. We are grateful to National Lottery players for making this project possible."