Press releases

LGBTQ hidden histories awarded National Lottery support in North Tyneside

23/08/2017

Young people are set to uncover the hidden history of North Tyneside’s LGBTQ community.
Hidden LGBT+ heritage uncovered thanks to National Lottery funding

20/02/2017

The little-known stories behind some of the landmark events of LGBT+ history are set to be explored and shared, thanks to funding of three…
Two projects to explore the history of health thanks to National Lottery players

02/02/2017

Two projects exploring the history of healthcare in the UK will go ahead this year thanks to nearly £100,000 from National Lottery players.
From dung collecting to buying the world’s most expensive diamond

23/09/2016

Using Richard Burton’s diaries, young people investigate growing up in a changing Port Talbot - through the eyes of one of the town’s most…
The Foyle has 30 new Ambassadors

17/07/2016

The Foyle Ambassadors programme gives the young people an opportunity to discover the natural heritage of the River Foyle, its tributaries, sea loughs and…
Keeping it in the family

26/05/2016

Three generations highlight the transformation of Welsh language education.
See Birmingham from a unique angle!

06/05/2016

Dozens of young people will climb aboard the Big Brum Buz on Friday 6 May to discover Birmingham’s hidden heritage.
Students to explore 40 years of punk in Pompey

19/03/2016

This year marks the 40th anniversary of punk – a music genre which profoundly changed the British cultural scene, particularly in cities like Portsmouth.
What’s the story, Rockfield glory?

26/02/2016

A new project led by local sixth formers is aiming to capture the numerous musical memories of Rockfield Studios in Monmouth.
National Museum of Scotland displays work by volunteers from Glasgow’s Sikh community

23/02/2016

The story of Maharaja Duleep Singh - widely regarded as the first Sikh resident in the UK - has inspired work by Glasgow's Young…