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Jen Wu - Inspire fellow at ICA. Photo: Sanjay Kalideen

What is Inspire?
The Inspire Fellowship Programme is a positive action traineeship that aims to diversify the profile of the curatorial workforce in museums and galleries in London.

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Cellist from Sheffield-based Music in the Round's Ensemble 360. Photo: Richard Stott
Hanne Rysgaard, potter, Blaze Gallery, Bristol. Photo: Marc Hill/Apex
Nottingham visual artist Hetain Patel with henna and kanku paste, traditionally used in Hindu ceremonies. Photo: Alan Fletcher
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Made in England

Launching on St. George’s Day, 23rd April, Made in England is a new national partnership between BBC English Regions and Arts Council England that will explore our country through its people and its art. Click on the image for more information

Vote for your Most Musical City

Do you love the music of the city where you grew up, or possibly prefer the home of your favourite band? Most Musical City gives you the chance to choose your favourite from our ten nominated cities.

New Grants for the arts application pack and guidance

Click on the logo for the latest information on the new Grants for the arts application pack and guidance notes.

The Big Art Project

The Big Art Project is an ambitious public art commissioning initiative from Channel 4, supported by Arts Council England and The Art Fund, to inspire and create new public art across the UK. Click on the image to find out more.

London 2012 - get involved

London 2012 are looking for inspirational ideas from people and organisations across the UK, to be part of the Cultural Olympiad, which launches on the weekend of 26-28 September 2008. Click on the image to find out how you can get involved