Exhibition to capture city's 'spirit'

The organisers of a new art exhibition supported by the British Museum promise it will capture "the spirit of Wolverhampton".

Walking with Wolves has been created by a group of 16 young people to express their experiences of growing up in the city, as well as Wolverhampton's own history, architecture and community.

Councillor Chris Burden described it as "a powerful reflection of Wolverhampton's past and a bold vision for its future".

The exhibition opens at Wolverhampton Art Gallery on Easter Monday.

City of Wolverhampton Council said the project had been developed as part of a national programme by the British Museum and an arts charity, the Paul Hamlyn Foundation.

It will comprise paintings and videos as well as historical objects.

A spokesperson for the British Museum said they had been impressed by "the creativity and vision" of the young artists.

Mr Burden added: "These young creators have captured the city's essence through art, challenging us all to rethink what Wolverhampton can be.

"This exhibition is their voice, their movement, and their hope for a thriving, inclusive city."

The exhibition runs at Wolverhampton Art Gallery until 14 July, with a launch evening on Friday.

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