Future Walls, an innovative street art initiative, has taken flight and is now firmly establishing itself in the unlikeliest of places – Sunderland, a vibrant city in the North East.
Future Walls will see, for the first time ever, an Al-generated image on a real urban wall in the form...
A NETWORK of new busking spots is set to bring live music to the streets of Sunderland city centre.
Introducing five new spots designed to enrich the city's ambience and liveliness, providing buskers with dedicated areas to perform their music at some of the most bustling locations in the heart...
The exciting "Wear Here 4 Summer" initiative is all set to roll out, offering a bumper selection of free summer holiday activities and events catering to children and families.
With over 500 events scheduled throughout the school holidays, there's no shortage of fun and entertainment for everyone to enjoy.
It includes...
An extraordinary dress adorned with flags representing 68 nations where homosexuality is deemed illegal has made its debut in the United Kingdom.
The dress was unveiled in Sunderland as part of an international LGBTQIA+ conference taking place in the city.
Known as the Amsterdam Rainbow Dress, this remarkable garment serves...
Johannah Churchill, a renowned portrait and documentary photographer hailing from the north-east and serving as a lecturer at the University of Sunderland, is being honoured with a new exhibition commemorating the 75th anniversary of the NHS.
The exhibition, titled 'People Not Profit', is currently being showcased at Pop Recs in...
Kylie Dixon, a University of Sunderland alumna and a writer and illustrator has recently published her third book for children.
Her book series, The Magical World of Mushroom Marvellous, provided the inspiration for a dish featured on the BBC cooking show, Great British Menu. The episode, dedicated to celebrating England's...
A community art scheme invites the people of Sunderland to participate in painting the town in various colors, including red.
The initiative features 12 art benches installed by Sunderland BID in partnership with Sunderland City Council and The Art Room Sunderland 18 months ago. Each bench side exhibits exclusive artwork...
Lauren Osborne’s unique ability to sweep an ink black pen across a stark white background and illustrate something quite special has led to a demand for her artwork, book commissions and creative skills at workshops, both regionally and nationally.
Inspired by popular fairytales and nature, the 24-year-old's work is now...
A ONE month amnesty on overdue books is starting at libraries in Sunderland.
From Wednesday 1 February (tomorrow), borrowers will no longer be asked to pay a fine on any late books brought back to city libraries. The February amnesty includes any historic fines.
The City Council is beginning the Fine...
Visitors to a Sunderland city centre park are being inspired by the language of Lewis Carroll to commemorate the 150th anniversary of one of his most beloved works.
Alice in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking-Glass are two of the most famous books in English.
To mark the 150th anniversary of...
