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Sandwell Archives and the Canal Networks

Starts: 15 July 2026

Ends: 15 July 2026

11am-2pm

Ikon Slow Boat, Brasshouse Lane, Smethwick Birmingham B66 1AQ

With Laurie Ramsell and MA Arts and Education Practices.

There are limited places available on this session to join Laurie Ramsell and MA Arts and Education Practices in an exploration of the Sandwell Archives collections at Smethwick Library and time with Ikon’s Slowboat to look at the relationship between the archives and the present.

About Ikon Youth Programme

Ikon Youth Programme (IYP) brings together emerging artists, designers, writers, photographers, policy makers and earth scientists aged 16–21. Participants co-lead programmes, exhibitions and events, working collaboratively with regional and national artists through workshops, shared resources and ongoing knowledge exchange. IYP is supported by Freelands Foundation.

Last Edited: 19 June 2026

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