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£3m scheme to enable increased access to culture in Bristol area
A new multi-million fund will enable more children across the Bristol area to visit theatres, galleries and museums.
Musicians, painters and poets will also be heading into schools for a series of residencies; a citizens assembly for culture will be created; and two new arts and music festivals will take place.
These are part of the plans for Culture West, a new £3m scheme funded by the West of England Combined Authority, Arts Council England and regional partners.
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Metro mayor Dan Norris will be joined by some 150 creative and cultural organisations at Trinity on Thursday to officially launch Culture West.
WECA bosses estimate that the scheme’s activities will provide work for more than 400 local creative freelancers as well as creating new opportunities for young people to enter the creative sector.
Dan Norris is never sjy of a photo opportunity – photo: WECA
Norris said: “We only get one childhood and over the last 13 years, too many children have been denied the rich experiences that set them up for life…
“A child’s chance to enjoy museums, galleries and historical places shouldn’t be determined by their class. Seeing the wonders of the West is eye-opening and inspiring, and I don’t want a single kid to miss out.”
Arts Council England south west area dirtector, Phil Gibby, added: “Each of us, no matter our personal characteristics, should be able to live, learn and work creatively.
“That is why we are thrilled to commit £1m in public funding to a Place Partnership with the West of England Combined Authority, ensuring access and inclusion are placed at the heart of cultural experiences in Bristol and beyond.”
Main photo: Alastair Brookes / KoLAB Studios / Trinity Community Arts
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