Explore what Berwick means to you in creative ways at our free drop-in sessions inspired by The Quintet.
Created by five friends from Berwick between 1899-1911, The Quintet is an anthology of thirteen handmade, one off books composed of letters, photographs, sketches and printed memorabilia charting their experiences and giving a very human perspective on life in the early 20th century. It was a creative way to exchange news before the era of social media and mobile phones!
The Quintet is being exhibited in the Storehouse at the Berwick Barracks every Tuesday and Thursday 7 – 28 July, 11am -4pm.
As the volumes go on display, we’re working with artist Ben Lewis to transform the Storehouse into a workspace where we’ll be making zines, collages, and artwork capturing our own experiences and reflections on what Berwick means to us today.
No experience needed. Please come along for an inspiring and creative time. Places are free. Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
For more information, please email the Living Barracks team at livingbarracks@maltingsberwick.co.uk.
The Living Barracks Partnership aims to restore and renew the historic Berwick Barracks site’s pivotal role as a central part of the town’s social and cultural life.
During the renovation, an art-led public engagement programme, led by the Maltings (Berwick) Trust, invites artists to explore and respond to the extensive heritage collections of the Barracks, the town, and what Berwick and its barracks has been, will be and could become, in partnership with the people of Berwick.
The Living Barracks Partnership is an exciting collaboration between Berwick Barracks Heritage Trust (BBHT), English Heritage, The King’s Own Scottish Borderers Association (KOSB), Maltings (Berwick) Trust and Northumberland County Council and proudly supported by The Arts Council England’s Cultural Development Fund (CDF), The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Northumberland County Council and other generous supporters.