InExeter announces funding for community projects

Four community events and projects have secured funding from InExeter, the city’s business improvement district, to encourage people back into the city and support the Exeter’s cultural, music and arts scene.

Exeter Street Arts Festival is among the events to receive backing. The event, taking place on 28th August will see Exeter City Centre come alive with a cultural mix of street theatre, busking, amazing walkabout acts, parkour, and workshops.  Other events receiving a share of the £3,000 pot include RAMM’s Museum at Large project which will see four new temporary outdoor art pieces displayed in Exeter City and the annual Santa Run held on the first Sunday of December.

Rob Bowman, Producer, Museum at Large, said: “We are thrilled that InExeter is supporting Museum at Large. This is an ambitious project, with ideas inspired by RAMM’s unique collection spilling across the city through striking and engaging multi-media artworks, and opportunities for community participation. By working with our partners, we hope the project will encourage people to spend time in the Exeter and enjoy the outstanding art and culture in the city."

St Petrocks has also received backing from InExeter to work in partnership with Princesshay to create a creative, welcoming, and accessible space focusing on homelessness and the environment. The space will inform and educate visitors about homelessness whilst also providing a safe, caring environment for the most vulnerable to learn new skills.

Ann Hunter, InExeter manager, said: “We are delighted to support these events and initiatives which all help bring the city back to life and give people a really memorable experience when they visit Exeter. Many local community groups and charities have been severely affected during the pandemic and it’s a privilege to be able to offer our support.”

Visit www.inexeter.com for more information.