The Museum of Lincolnshire Life is looking for people to contribute to an exhibition exploring how VE Day and the aftermath of World War II shaped life in Lincolnshire.
‘Memories of VE Day and Beyond: How WWII Shaped Lincolnshire’ will open at the museum in May 2020, commemorating the 75th anniversary of VE Day.
The project team is keen to feature people’s memories and stories of what life in Lincolnshire was like in the period immediately following the war.
Ron Frayne, collections manager, said: “We’re primarily looking for experiences from 1945-1954.
“These may relate to VE Day itself, or perhaps other major events, such as the birth of the NHS and development of the welfare state in Lincolnshire.
“Perhaps you could tell us about local housing and communities, changes to industry and the workplace, family life, multiculturalism, or how people spent their leisure time.
“So if you have stories or memories from this period you’d like to share, please do get in touch.”
If you think you can help, please email anya.johnson@lincolnshire.gov.uk or francesa.white@lincolnshire.gov.uk . Alternatively, write to: Museum of Lincolnshire Life, Burton Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 3LY.
Contributions should be sent before the end of January 2020. Please note some contributions might not be included within the final exhibition.
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