University of Leicester Hosts Free Family Heritage Celebration Event
The University of Leicester is set to host a free family-friendly event that highlights the rich heritage of the city and surrounding region. This annual Celebration of Heritage public event commemorates the third anniversary of the University's Heritage Hub and is organized in partnership with the Literary Leicester festival.
Connecting Communities Through Heritage
Established in 2023, the Heritage Hub serves as a central platform for bringing people and organizations together to connect, explore, and celebrate Leicester's diverse heritage. The event will feature more than 50 organizations from across the region, offering visitors a unique opportunity to:
- Explore local museum collections
- Hear fascinating stories about the city's history
- Discover upcoming festivals and heritage events
Engaging Activities for All Ages
Attendees can participate in a variety of hands-on activities designed to engage people of all ages. These include:
- Leathercraft and weaving demonstrations
- Morris dancing performances
- An archaeological dig pit experience
A new attraction called The University Heritage Discovery Zone has been specially planned for this event. This interactive zone will take visitors on a journey from the origins of life on Earth through cutting-edge space research, while also exploring ancient diet and medicine practices and offering life-saving skills training.
Leadership Perspective
Professor Sarah Scott, Heritage Hub Director, expressed her enthusiasm for the event: "Our Celebration of Heritage brings together an exceptional network of partners, volunteers, students and colleagues. We are delighted to welcome visitors to our campus for an afternoon of discovery, with engaging displays and hands-on activities for all ages."
She continued: "The event will showcase an incredible range of research and creativity from across our city and region, including living history and traditional craft demonstrations, and research spanning the origins of life on earth to space flight. We would like to extend a huge thanks to the organizations and teams who are supporting the event and hope you will join us to celebrate our region's heritage."
Event Details
The Celebration of Heritage will take place from 12pm to 4pm on Saturday, March 21, in the Percy Gee Building at the University of Leicester. This event promises to be an enriching experience that celebrates the cultural and historical significance of Leicester and its surrounding areas through interactive learning and community engagement.
