Village Halls Heritage Project - for Individuals

CAN was set up in 1951 with one of our primary purposes being to work with Village Halls. Over the years we have accumulated a large collection of documents and photographs linked to the history of the County's village halls and the contribution they have made to the life of their communities. We also work with a vibrant network of former and current volunteers who have dedicated so much time to running these vital community organisations.

As we are approaching our 70th Anniversary, we would like to work with you to develop a Heritage Project, celebrating the history and culture of Northumberland's village halls.

We would be grateful if you could spend a little time filling in this questionnaire so we can find out if there is sufficient interest in this project, and to get your ideas as to the direction it should take.

Thank you.

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* 1. Which of the Following Elements would you like to see included in the project?

An exhibition event in Village Halls Week 2021 as part of CAN's 70th Anniversary Celebration

Permanent Exhibition Materials for display in Each of the Village Halls taking place

A book celebrating the history and culture of Northumberland's village halls

A website celebrating the history and culture of Northumberland's village halls

Training local volunteers to collect oral histories from older people who have memories of the village hall over the last 70 years

Training local volunteers to collect and conserve documents and artifacts connected with the history of the village hall

Working with schools, youth organisations and other local groups to foster a better understanding of local history and culture

Creating a Northumberland Village Hall's trail to support tourism in our rural communities

Other (please specify)

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* 2. What benefits do you think this project could bring for your village hall / community?

Improved knowledge of / pride in local history and culture within your commuity.

Encouraging more people to become involved in the village hall and local community.

Reducing isolation amongst older people taking part in the project.

Improved community cohesion / better understanding between generations.

Promoting tourism and encouraging more visitors to come to your village /village hall.

Other (please specify)

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* 3. Would you be interested in taking part in a Northumberland Village Hall Heritage Project?

Yes

Maybe