Lauren is Keighley Creative’s Arts and Heritage Officer. She was appointed in April 2024 and has been engaging with our local communities and exploring the unique heritage stories here in Keighley! This is part of a two year partnership programme run by Bradford Arts Centre (previously known as Kala Sangam), that also includes the South Square Centre and Bloomin’ Buds Theatre Company.
Keep reading to find out more about the project and what Lauren has been up to!
Latest Updates
The Secret Life Of Parkwood (Shhhh… Only seen by kids!)
Take a look at our this exciting map, called ‘The Secret Life Of Parkwood’. Co-created by and with Year 3 pupils from Parkwood Primary, this map is their version of the woods, full of imagination and wonderful story-telling.
The school group visited the woods 3 times and followed the trail, learning about the history and heritage of the woods with support from Friends Of Parkwood. Then, the pupils came up with their landmarks for an update trail!
Working with the Friends of Park Wood, Keighley Creative, PhotoHub North and Word Up North this project explored the woods creatively, discovered the nature and the stories and folklore the woods hold using arts, storytelling and photography.
Big thanks to illustrator Nicola Storr, Parkwood Primary School, Friends of Parkwood and Word Up North.
The Story-Huddlers: Tales From The K-Town Cart!
Gallery Archive
Have a look through our gallery archive to see just some of the activities and workshops our community groups have enjoyed throughout the project!
Exhibition
In December 2024, Keighley Creative held the Art On The Cart exhibition. The exhibition showcases and celebrates the heritage and creativity of Keighley’s community, brought to life through a series of collaborative art workshops that Lauren has run since April 2024.
Special thanks to Keighley Creative staff, freelancers and volunteers, Kala Sangam, Bradford Council Neighbourhoods and Community Services team, Word Up North, Highfield Community Association, One In A Million and The Bracken Bank Crew, St Michaels Centre, Friends of Parkwood, Long Lee Village Hall and the Keighley community for being a part of and supporting this project!
Want To Get Involved?
We’re always looking for artists, freelancers, facilitators and volunteers to work with and help out with our communities! If you are interested in finding out about any upcoming opportunities, please email lauren@keighleycreative.org to express your interest.
