A new multimedia heritage trail is being developed in King’s Lynn, Norfolk, to explore the town’s LGBTQ+ history through augmented reality (AR).
The project, led by arts collective Collusion and supported by Arts Council England and Historic England, will culminate in a digital AR tour featuring creative works by local artists.
Assistant producer Rosa Torr is encouraging people aged 16-30 with interests in animation, poetry, games design, and street arts to participate.
She likened the AR trail concept to Pokémon Go, using smartphones to create immersive installations in public spaces.
Historic England highlighted the project’s collaborative nature, stating that young participants would design the AR trail and create an accompanying artwork reflecting the town’s queer heritage.
Despite receiving criticism from some quarters, including Neil Record of the Restore Trust, Torr emphasized the project’s positive impact, expressing disappointment over negative reactions.
Workshops for the trail will run in preparation for King’s Lynn Pride in August, with support from author and academic Diarmuid Hester.
The initiative also aims to uncover lesser-documented queer histories through borough archives and personal stories, celebrating the town’s diverse and vibrant community.
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