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Our programme

Our Participatory programme works with different communities across Suffolk and the East to support health and wellbeing

Our creative projects help people transform their lives through the arts by bringing skills, support networks, confidence and joy to communities in the East. We work in places including hospitals, hospices, residential homes, schools and community venues.

Current projects

Friends Around the Table

Offering family carers, and adults living rurally, relaxed and enjoyable creative get-togethers exploring food, culture and nature.

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Clown Round

Bringing fun, laughter and distraction to children, young people and their families in hospitals and hospices in the East.

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Curious Minds

Explore the collections brought to you by the Food Museum through stories with photography, illustration and mixed media.

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Little Beats

Improving wellbeing, child development and musical engagement amongst pre-school children in partnership with Magic Acorns, Suffolk Libraries, Lowestoft Rising and Britten Pears Arts.

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Featured past projects

A community based project celebrating Lowestoft’s rich cultural heritage as a popular seaside resort

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The finished collection of art, made by our participants.

A creative journey, to learn about Kirkley’s unique natural environment.

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Longest Days of Summer Event

Led by artist collaborative The Third Person, a residency at Kirkley Pantry and the Kirkley Centre to connect local residents with the First Light Festival and create a high profile piece of work to be celebrated at the event.

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Make Do and Friends - Wingfield Barns

Creative get-togethers for older residents in rural areas, providing an opportunity to meet, share and learn new skills.

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