Milton Keynes Arts Centre is excited to introduce 'We Live Here', a new project inspired by last year’s Art and Mini-Bioblitz activities!
'We Live Here' invites local communities to take part in a series of art and nature-based events, encouraging residents to explore their surroundings, identify local species, and develop a more mindful and creative relationship with their environment.
In June 2024, we welcomed ecologist Phillip Snell and artist Ciara Callaghan to lead an Art and Mini-Bioblitz near the underpasses connecting Beanhill and Netherfield. This event highlighted the importance of urban spaces as wildlife habitats and showcased the community’s enthusiasm for engaging with local biodiversity.
'We Live Here' continues this mission, offering opportunities for residents to rediscover the variety of species in their neighbourhoods and rethink how they interact with these spaces in thoughtful and imaginative ways. Through a range of workshops and events, participants will gain a deeper appreciation for their natural surroundings and the diverse life they support.
As part of the event, there will be family-friendly art activities led by artist Cathy Ebbels, designed to strengthen participants’ connection with nature. Cathy is an experienced artist and educator specializing in mosaic, collage, mixed media, drawing, and art education.
Stay tuned for more details on 'We Live Here' events and how to take part!
SAVE THE DATES!
Saturday 24 May | Leon Recreation Ground, Bletchley
Saturday 31 May | Peartree Pond, Great Linford
Saturday 7 June | Coffee Hall community Garden, Coffee Hall
Saturday 14 June | Fred Roche Gardens, CMK
FREE, 11:00am-5:00pm
More info coming soon!
This project is supported by Garfield Weston Foundation
