Our 2026 Heritage Festival gave 11-18s the opportunity to learn about their local heritage and showcase their findings through a collection of creative practices. The event took place in Dalton Square, the E2M Centre & The Storey in Lancaster.
E2M worked in collaboration with Lancaster City Museums and the Lancaster Black History Group to bring stories of Lancaster & Morecambe’s heritage to 11-18s and give them the opportunities to create art based on it. Over Summer 2026, young people worked on a collection of creative pieces themed around local heritage that included:
The Heritage Festival event didn’t just happen in Lancaster, but was also brought to 6 different locations around the North-West in museums & heritage sites across Lancashire & Cumbria, including:
More pics coming soon!
“This is a great opportunity for all ages to experience different crafts. Especially as schools don’t have the time for a lot of these experiences/practical activities! These are all things that can be repeated at home. They are all excellent for the mental health and wellbeing of all ages!”
A parent at one of the travelling E2M Heritage Festivals across the North West
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