Today I went to Redbridge Library and Museum. They had a very interesting Wonder Women exhibition about women from Ilford over the last 100 years and their changing role in society. Very interesting. I looked at the exhibition space, and asked whether it was possible to hold my exhibition there in September. They have a waiting list for exhibition times, although 9 months was a good lead time and I was advised to make my request by email.
However, on reflection, the space was too big for me. So as I was in Ilford, I decided to walk down to Eastside Community Heritage and take advice from Judith. I wanted to use her name, as a supporter and to show I was not a fly-by-night, to the relevant authorities. Judith was very helpful. She suggested two other venues that might be better. Eastbury Manor (National Trust, but run by LBBD) or Dagenham Library. Eastbury Manor is under-used in Judith's opinion. Would not get many passing visitors. Dagenham Library has a very keen curator/librarian, Vince, who would be very keen and hands-on with an exhibition. This sounds better to me. I will follow-up over Christmas/New Year.
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