The Armed Forces Memorial, and its immediate surroundings, will be closed to visitors from 10am on Friday 8 August to 5pm on Sunday 17 August to allow us to prepare to host the national VJ Day 80 commemorations. The rest of the Arboretum's 150-acres will remain open to visitors as normal. We are sorry for any inconvenience this might cause and appreciate your understanding during this time.
Working with community groups from diverse backgrounds allows us to explore new perspectives on Remembrance, and helps us to develop projects, exhibitions and programmes that reflect the real lived stories of the people that we engage with.
The pandemic affected us all differently, with some groups feeling the impact of lockdown more than others. The Lockdown Landscapes artists developed their artworks alongside some of the communities that were impacted the most. Working with artists has enabled community groups to develop new creative skills and ways of thinking. By participating in the arts they have formed new connections with people who have shared experiences, coming together to share their individual and collective stories.
The artworks that emerged from these sessions went on display as part of a special exhibition at the Arboretum, providing the communities with the chance to showcase their creativity and tell their stories to visitors from around the Nation.
