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What will Walsall’s Arboretum look like in the year 2174? Children asked to embrace creativity to mark 150th anniversary
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Children and young people in Walsall have been encouraged to embrace their creativity and look into the future to mark the 150th anniversary of the borough’s iconic Arboretum.
Walsall Council has launched a competition for children to submit entries which show how they envisage the Arboretum will look in the year of 2174, 150 years after its 150th anniversary.
Coordinated by the Walsall Arboretum User Group (WAUG) the competition is separated in to two different age groups (7-11 years old and 12-16 years old) and falls into two categories:
- Poetry and creative writing – handwritten and printed versions, up to 1 side of A4 paper
- Creative art – paintings, drawings and collage, maximum size of A3. No 3D models.
“ 2024 is the Arboretum’s 150th year, and we’d love all residents of all ages to get involved in what is a very special year for communities in Walsall.
Winning submissions will be displayed in the Arboretum Garden Gallery, and as a prize, the winners will receive Amazon gift card vouchers to recognise their hard work.
The deadline for submissions is Sunday 7 April 2024, so there’s a fantastic opportunity for families to visit during the Easter holidays and be inspired by our beautiful Arboretum during spring.
I wish everyone who submits an entry the very best of luck, and I can’t wait to see all the different interpretations of the year 2174. “
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Competition – further information
Walsall Arboretum 2174 competition
Introduction
Walsall Arboretum celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. Walsall Arboretum User Group (WAUG), currently volunteer their time to the development of the park today, but what could the Arboretum look like in 2174? How will it continue to be a beautiful place for people and wildlife?
Brief
WAUG are accepting creative submissions for a showcase in the Arboretum’s Visitor Centre during their special year:
- Poetry & creative writing – handwritten and printed entries accepted. Up to 1 side of A4 accepted.
- Creative art – paint, draw, collage and more! Maximum size A3. We will be unable to accept 3D models as they are unfortunately not suitable for the display cases.
Age groups
7-11 year olds and 12-16 year olds.
How to enter
Submissions can be made via the Healthy Spaces team by emailing HealthySpaces@walsall.gov.uk or by posting them in the Arboretum 150 Competition box at the entrance to the Visitor’s Centre. Entries should include the children’s name, age and contact details. Unfortunately, entries will not be able to be returned.
Prizes
Winning entries will be displayed in the Arboretum Garden Gallery. Prizes include Amazon gift vouchers. Commemorative certificates will also be presented at the Arboretum 150th celebrations on Saturday 4 May 2024.
Deadline: Sunday 7 April 2024.
