CAMDEN INSPIRE SUMMER SERIES
The Camden Inspire Summer Series is here to shine a light on the wonderful destinations in our neighbourhoods, opening their doors for one-off events that give you a chance to explore new cultural experiences.
Whether you're a long time resident or a curious newcomer, this series of events promises to unveil the untold stories and remarkable talents that call Camden their home. This is a chance to strike a new relationship with a cultural institution and delve in to new interests, hobbies and activities.
PAST EVENTS…
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CERAMIC WORKSHOP AND GUIDED WALK WITH THE PEOPLE'S MUSEUM
23.09, 13:30 - 16:00PM
People’s Museum, Somers Town
Join in a workshop with a difference - walk to see the unique working class ceramic art of St Pancras, followed by an artist-led workshop to create your own versions!
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MUM SECRETS: THINGS I NEED TO ADMIT
21.09, 7:00PM
Camden Collective, Buck Street
The second workshop in this series, giving participants a chance to share their story on stage surrounded by fellow sharers. A safe space to tell stories - or if you would rather, just listen and be inspired.
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THINK & DO SHARING SPACE AT THE BRITISH LIBRARY
29.08, 15:30 - 18:00PM
British Library
Join us for summer fun at the British Library with a sharing space run by local community organisation Think & Do. Expect storytelling, poetry writing, henna art, face paintng and a delicious vegetarian supper!
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GLOBAL GENERATION GARDENING WORKSHOP
26.08
Story Garden, Ossulston Street
An afternoon session in Global Generation’s Story Garden, with a tour of the space and an opportunity to volunteer. A chance to get behind the scenes of this inspiring local organisation doing magical things with vacant urban spaces.
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SOMERS GALLERY EXHIBITION
31.07-19.08
Chalton Street
An opportunity for local artists to take on this gallery space on Chalton Street for free to exhibit their work under the Camden Inspire umbrella.
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MUM SECRETS: THINGS I NEED TO ADMIT
17.08 7:00PM
Camden Collective, Buck Street
The first of two workshops. Join a group of local mums for a free story-telling and sharing project, connecting with local mothers over shared experiences.
Bring ideas, a written story or just turn up to listen and be inspired.
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INSPIRING TALKS: ART ON THE STREETS
10.08 6:00PM
CAMDEN COLLECTIVE, BUCK STREET
Discussion exploring, from different perspectives, the ways in which we can utilise our urban spaces for public art that engages, includes and excites. We’ll be joined by artist & social commentator Aida Wilde, Global Street Art founder Lee Bofkin and Camden Open Air Gallery founder Finn Brewster Doherty.
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INSPIRING TALKS: LAURIE LEWIS PHOTOGRAPHY
03.08 6:00-8:00PM
Camden Collective, Buck Street
A discussion with Laurie Lewis, a photographer whose depictions of performance and personalities has influenced the world of performing arts.oes here
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REGENT'S ROOTS
29.07 12:00-6:00PM
Longford/Drummond/Stanhope Street
Regent’s Roots is a multi-site arts festival led by Old Diorama Centre and local communities. Camden Inspire supported this vibrant, diverse and playful programme for all ages and backgrounds, including interactive art, professional and local dance and circus performances, inflatables, music, films, workshops, free food for all.
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DRUMMOND STREET SPICE SUNDOWNER
29.07 6:00PM-LATE
Drummond Street
Camden Inspire and Euston Town BID threw this celebration of Drummond Street to follow the day of arts and culture at Regents Roots. An evening market celebrated the fabulous culture, food and music of South India. It also marked our wider Summer of Spice program on Drummond Street, a destination for foodies.
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TOLMER'S SQUARE FESTIVAL
01.07 3:30-6:30PM
Tolmer’s Square, Euston
A free community festival in Tolmer’s Square. There were live performances circus acts, with try-it-out sessions for the audience, and giant games, free food and drink, music, dancing, face painting, and much more!