We hope that on this page and through future posts you can learn more about some of the architectural and cultural heritage of the place you live in and the people who call it home.

Over the past five years, the Townscape Heritage Initiative (THI), jointly funded by Lambeth Council and the National Heritage Lottery Fund and in partnership with building owners, has overseen the repair and restoration of some of the grand Victorian buildings on Electric Avenue and the glorious renovation of the Grade II listed Art Deco Reliance Arcade. As it goes into its final stint the program is focusing on delivering some community activities to ensure we build a continuing legacy of heritage knowledge and participation within local people, through providing innovative and inspiring ways to engage with and understand your built environment.

The projects will include working with local businesses and local people to ensure that Brixton’s urban fabric is protected and its stories shared. This month we start with news of our upcoming Electric Patterns project and the personal reflections of local resident Maya on how Brixton’s diverse cultural and architectural landscape creates an inspiring and welcoming space for creativity. Now more than ever Maya’s reflection on the joys and injustices that are steeped into the very fabric of our town centre shows how buildings tell stories. On June 22nd Brixton celebrated and commemorated the arrival of the Empire Windrush and the people who changed the face of Britain – their legacy lives on.
Head to @WindrushLambeth for more information.

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