Symposium by the sea
Wednesday 21 October 2026
Join the discussion
Be part of the conversation about cultural access in rural and coastal places
1: The Ideas Behind Decentralisation
- What “decentralising art” really means — in simple, everyday terms
- Where change starts — with artists, curators, funders or institutions
- Making exhibitions more welcoming — how to involve people, not just show work
- Art outside the gallery — taking creativity into everyday places
What are your thoughts?
Supported by
Emma Larkin
People talk about decentralisation as if it starts in big institutions; but I’m not convinced. Does real change begin with artists, communities, or the places themselves?