CENTURIES of struggle and radicalism in Islington are being brought to life in a new free exhibition with a revolutionary edge.
Radical Roots opens at Islington Museum on June 15 and showcases art inspired by protesters and trailblazers who lived or were based in the borough.
Work includes a radio programme inspired by the women's suffrage movement which fought for the vote, and digital art inspired by the famous CND badge.
It also features music inspired by the life of Samuel Crowther, who lived in Islington and in 1864 became the first black Anglican bishop, and a video tour of the museum.
All the art was made by young people aged 13-19 who worked with Islington Museum and award-winning local media college Point Blank in workshops funded with a £23,200 grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) as part of the 'Islington Inspires' project.
Cllr Ruth Polling, Islington's Executive Member for Leisure and Equalities, said: "Islington has always been a hotbed for radicals of all sorts, and this great exhibition at Islington Museum takes a fresh look at that history.
"There's real flair on display and it's very well worth a visit to the museum."
Jo Reilly, Head of Participation and Learning at the Heritage Lottery Fund, said:
"The young people involved have worked really hard to explore the rich history of their local area and produce an exciting and thought-provoking exhibition.
"Sharing their work with the public is a great way to celebrate their achievement and wrap up their project."
Rob Cowan, Chief Executive of Point Blank, said: "This project has been a fantastic opportunity for young people to create music, media and art inspired by historic individuals and events in Islington. I cant wait to see the exhibition."
More than 50 young people aged 13-19 were involved in the project.
The museum is open every day from 10am-5pm except for Wednesday and Sunday and the exhibition runs until September 6.
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