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Participation projects

The stories we share matter and remembering is important.

 

Remembrance has no boundaries, is not specific to culture or community and it does not discriminate. Our collaborative programmes help us to explore, share, and learn from stories in new ways.  

Current participation programmes

With her back to the photographer a female soldier dressed in a brown formal dress uniform stands in front of a microphone looking down to a crowd below.

Talent in The Ranks 

Talent in the Ranks supports aspiring singers, songwriters, and poets, from within the Armed Forces community.

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25 years of

Since our official opening 25 years ago our grounds have grown into an inspirational living landscape.

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Previous programmes

From co-curated exhibitions that have explored difficult memories, to interactive installations that have helped to share Remembrance stories in an entirely new way, find out about some of our previous programmes below.

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Carnival Windrush celebrates the contribution of the Windrush Generation

On Sunday 6 August, thousands of people descended on the National Memorial Arboretum, in Staffordshire, to attend Carnival Windrush, an immersive and vibrant celebration of the Windrush Generation.

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Lockdown Landscapes

In 2021 we produced a nationwide programme of exhibitions exploring communities’ engagement with local outdoor heritage during the pandemic.

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A jubiliant group of people walk arm in arm through the streets of London on 8 May 1945

The Year Was 1945...

In 2025 we launched a series of exhibitions, events, talks and tours that shared the stories of those who lived and served 80 years ago.

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A member of a local community group creates part of the installation for Remembrance in Bloom, giant poppies made from recycled materials

Guiding Lights 2025

Guiding Lights is a project that aims to bring a unique dimension to Illuminated, showcasing the power of storytelling through collective creativity.

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A group of World War II costumed performers perform on a stage in front of a crowd of children

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Accessibility

We aim to cater for the needs of all our visitors and try to accommodate all access requirements where possible.

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Creative partnerships

Together, we work to find new ways to give voice to memories, uncover hidden stories, and keep the past alive for future generations.

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