Milton Keynes shortlisted for UK City of Culture 2029
Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 22 Oct, 11:33 · Archive
Milton Keynes has been named one of four finalists for the UK City of Culture 2029 title, joining Blackpool, Sheffield and Wrexham on the shortlist. The winner will receive £10 million in cultural investment.
The bid was supported by 173 community events and input from more than 2,500 residents. Councillor Jane Carr, leader of Milton Keynes City Council, said: 'This is a huge honour and a tribute to the hard work and vision of everyone who has helped to shape Milton Keynes' bid. Thousands of residents, organisations and the creative community came together to develop our bid.'
Cllr Carr added that residents and organisations had 'a strength of belief in the creative and cultural future of our city'. The campaign celebrated Milton Keynes' creative energy through various events and activities. The winner will be announced in January.
How it is being reported
- Milton Keynes shortlisted for UK City of Culture 2029Milton Keynes is one of four finalists for the UK City of Culture 2029 title.Bucks Free Press · 22 Oct, 11:04
- Milton Keynes secures £125k to develop bid after making UK City of Culture 2029 shortlistThe Government has confirmed that Milton Keynes has been shortlisted for the UK City of Culture 2029, alongside Sheffield, Blackpool, and Wrexham.MK Citizen · 21 Oct, 18:13
- Milton Keynes makes final four in race for UK City of Culture 2029 title and £10m prizeMilton Keynes has been announced among a shortlist of four locations in the race for the title of UK City of Culture 2029.MK Citizen · 21 Oct, 14:35
In this story: Milton Keynes · Blackpool · Sheffield · Wrexham · Jane Carr · Milton Keynes City Council
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