Cultural Capital Exchange Symposium 2025
Dates: 01 Nov 2025 - 01 Nov 2025
Location: Victoria Mill - University of Lancashire -Burnley
In January 2009, it was announced that then Culture Secretary Andy Burnham was considering establishing a British City of Culture prize and that the winning city might possibly host events such as the Turner Prize, Brit Awards, Man Booker Prize and the Stirling Prize. Phil Redmond was invited to chair a panel set up to consider the proposal, with a remit including deciding how often the prize should be awarded. A working group was established in March and reported in June 2009, suggesting that the designation be given to a city once every four years starting in 2013.
The following is a list of previous City of Cultures –
- Derry – Londonderry – 2013
- Hull- 2017
- Coventry – 2021
- Bradford – 2025
A slight deviation but still a relevant mention is the 2027 Year of Culture which is awarded to Burnley. ‘Cultural Capital Exchange Symposium 2025’ will take place Friday 31st October 9am – 6pm at Victoria Mill – University of Lancashire – Burnley.
Although Burnley hasn’t so far made the shortlist for City of Cultures the date above is compelling enough to recognise Burnley has the potential to spearhead cultural interest for the outgoing public.
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A day exploring the importance of mega-cultural events to developing place, with regional and national guest speakers, as part of the Burnley 2027 Year of Culture programme.
^Alex Ashworth CCG Content Creator
