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Young Bedford artists showcase big ambitions in ‘Aspire’ exhibition

An art competition showcasing over 100 works of art by pupils from 40 schools across Bedford Borough has opened at the Higgins. The Aspire: Nurturing Your Potential exhibition...

Printmaking at the Higgins this May half term

Four local artists are hosting children's printmaking workshops at the Higgins Bedford during May half term, inspired by the museum's forthcoming exhibition. Katie Allen, Paige Denham, Lisa Tilley, and Anne-Marie Abbate will run the Print It...

How a love for Bedford’s pigeons grew into an art project about migration

A new public art trail featuring 100 decorated pigeons has taken roost in Bedford, celebrating the town's stories of migration and settlement. Hometown Birds launched on Saturday (19 April). It was created by Permission2, run by...

Neglected Bedfordshire Schools’ art collection likened to “cultural vandalism”

Concerns over Bedford Borough Council’s plans for the “scandalously neglected” Bedfordshire Schools’ Art Collection were raised at a council meeting last Wednesday (26 February). Bedford-based community artist Anne-Marie Abbate urged...

River Great Ouse project at showcase exhibition

An exhibition celebrating the River Great Ouse in Bedford will open at the Basement @ Bunyan this week and will culminate in a showcase at the River Festival in July. After a year of artistic exploration and...

Shades Of The Waves: new art project celebrates Bedford’s river community and its diversity

The Bedford River Project is a much-anticipated creative celebration of Bedford’s diverse community and their shared links to conservation. Led by local spoken word poet Anthea Davis-Barclay, the...

Grab a bargain as the ‘Art Under The Bed’ sale returns to the Basement at Bunyan

Art lovers can find a bargain a the Basement at Bunyan this week, as the popular 'Art Under The Bed' sale returns. 18 artists from across Bedfordshire are taking part in...

Gold Artsmark award for Grange Academy in Kempston

Innovative curriculum changes and school-wide immersive arts experiences have been the key to Grange Academy, Kempston receiving the news that they...

Homelessness Awareness Week exhibition and journalism events at the Higgins

This week at the Higgins Bedford, a gallery has been dedicated to the work of people who have experienced homelessness as part of a week of activity.

Christmas crafting at the Higgins Bedford

From this weekend, visitors to the Higgins Bedford can get into the festive spirit with craft workshops and a cultural shopping experience offering unique...

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