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31/10/2023

Public Consultation To Begin For F.E. McWilliam Gallery & Studio Project

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council are seeking views on the extension proposals at F.E. McWilliam Gallery & Studio, in Banbridge.

The public consultation begins on 1 November and ends on 7 November. A drop-in event will take place on 7 November from 1pm – 4pm, where members of the public will have the opportunity to discuss the development with the Design Team.

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The proposed designs will see the Studio and Gallery transformed by extending the exhibition space to create a more open and engaging area to host events, educational programmes and increase visitor capacity.

This project will be supported by a £3.5 million investment from the UK Government's Levelling Up Fund and an additional £397,000 Council investment.

F.E. McWilliam Gallery & Studio opened in 2018 and is dedicated to the memory of sculptor Frederick Edward McWilliam, one of Ireland’s most influential and successful artists.

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