STORIES OF ACTIVISM – in partnership with the University of Sheffield

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Working alongside Sheffield University’s Stories of Activism module, Ignite Imaginations will be bringing the history of activism in Sheffield since the 1960’s alive!

 

Using a collection of text, images, audio clips and films we will be supporting the creation of a guide to the archives about activism in Sheffield, to enable members of the community to explore and generate meaning from them. We want to investigate the archives, ask questions, discuss gaps and come up with ideas to bring the archive to life. The workshops will be led by a professional artist end in an exhibition on May 8th at the Winter Gardens to showcase what we have found.

 

There will be three workshops. Open to all and FREE. Please book your place by clicking on the links below. Places are limited so booking is advised.

 

When

Wednesday 25th March– Friday 08th May

 

Where

Sheffield Archives

52 Shoreham Street

S1 4SP

 

Wednesday 25th March 1PM – 3PM : Political Activism

Be inspired by the political statements of yesterday and contribute to a canvas of voices made from your own badge designs to reflect issues which are important to you.

 

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stories-of-activism-political-activism-tickets-15830695035

 

Wednesday 15th April 6:30PM – 8:30PM: Work and trade unionism

Look at old and new visual ways people have fought for their work rights and create your own piece of art.

 

http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stories-of-activism-work-and-trade-unionism-tickets-15831188511

 

Friday 24th April 10AM – 12PM: Feminism and Sexuality

Design and create a postcard inspired by the work of Sheffield’s Wildcats and write your own message of declaration or a request for change on the back.

 

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stories-of-activism-feminism-and-sexuality-tickets-15831321910

 

Celebration Event- Friday May 8th 4PM – 7PM

 

These workshops will culminate in an exhibition exploring Sheffield’s activism, showcasing work we have created and discovered in the public workshops throughout March and April. FREE open to all, Winter Garden, Sheffield City Centre.

Edited March 18, 2015 by IgniteI