Project Camden Alive Celebrates History and Diversity

Project Camden Alive, which celebrates Camden’s history and diversity, is underway in estates across the borough.

19:16 26 November 2018

The first stage of Camden Council’s “Camden Alive” is underway in estates across the borough. The project, which celebrates Camden’s history and diversity, gives all residents of all ages and backgrounds the chance to tell their stories using augmented reality technology.

 

The project is due to be launched to the public in autumn 2019.

 

Councillor Jonathan Simpson, Cabinet Member for Promoting Culture and Communities, said: “I am extremely excited about the ground breaking Camden Alive project which will give Camden residents the ability to tell their stories in a unique way. Not only will this project link residents with leading cultural organisations, it will also upskill and empower many of them to go on and use their learnt skills for potential future projects.

 

“Another significant aspect of the Camden Alive goal is its aim to bring neighbours together and strengthen the connection between our communities.

 

“Using their smartphones, visitors and residents will be able unlock the augmented reality routes and explore the thousands of diverse cultural and historical stories and places scattered throughout the borough. The project will focus on working with communities and residents who feel like they are too often left on the side lines in accessing mainstream cultural provisions in Camden and London.”