South and East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership launches Story Tellers: A creative celebration of arts, culture and heritage

A brand-new website has been launched to bring the rich heritage of South and East Lincolnshire to life through an exciting mix of interactive arts and culture.

Story Tellers is the new online hub showcasing a diverse range of creative projects and events funded by Arts Council England and delivered through the South and East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership's NPO programme.'

This vibrant platform highlights past and ongoing cultural initiatives, featuring local artists, practitioners, and community members. From dazzling light nights and virtual reality museums to theatrical performances, vintage celebrations, and immersive soundscapes, Story Tellers invites everyone to explore and engage with the region's cultural landscape.

In April 2023, the South and East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership was awarded National Portfolio Organisation (NPO) status by Arts Council England for the first time, securing £1,955,799 to invest in arts, culture, and creativity across the region from 2023 to 2026. This funding supports projects under five key themes; Re-imagine - exploring new ways to experience culture; Reconnect - strengthening community ties through shared stories; Uplift - empowering local artists and creatives; Activate - inspiring participation in arts and heritage and Leadership - driving cultural innovation across the region.

With its own Cultural Framework, the Partnership spans Boston Borough, East Lindsey, and South Holland, working collaboratively to bring high-quality cultural experiences to local communities.

Councillor Graham Marsh, East Lindsey District Council's representative on the NPO culture board, Councillor Sarah Sharpe, Boston Borough Council's representative on the NPO culture board, and Councillor Elizabeth Sneath, South Holland District Council's representative on the NPO culture board, said: "The launch of the Story Tellers website marks a significant milestone in celebrating the rich arts, culture, and heritage of South and East Lincolnshire. We are thrilled to support this initiative, which not only showcases the incredible talent within our community but also fosters a deeper connection to our shared history and creativity. This platform will undoubtedly inspire and engage residents and visitors alike, highlighting the vibrant cultural landscape of our region."

Story Tellers marks a pioneering achievement as the first local authority-led NPO to trial cross-district cultural collaboration, bringing together three local authorities under a shared vision for creative engagement.

Rob Pitman, from Paradigm Arts, said: "The launch of the Story Tellers website is an exciting 'next step' in our journey as an NPO. For the last year a lot of work has been going on and with this website we can now begin to share what we've done, what we plan to do and help more and more people across the region get involved with what's yet to come."

Step into the culture and visit the new website here: https://www.story-tellers.co.uk/