Barbican Creative Hub

  • What’s on Autumn 2026

    What’s on Autumn 2026

    As we approach the new season, we’ve curated a full programme of events, workshops and exhibitions for autumn. We hope this programme will inspire, support you where you need it and help you elevate your practice. Whether you’re a freelancer, part of a small or large business, or simply curious.…

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  • Potential into practice. Curiosity into confidence. Drive into direction. 

    Potential into practice. Curiosity into confidence. Drive into direction. 

    Routes In has been providing entry points into the creative industries within Greater Lincolnshire for almost three years. Made possible through Arts Council England, the programme has offered a diverse range of roles across both the Barbican Creative Hub and Lincoln Arts Centre – including technical, creative programming, administrative and…

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  • University of Lincoln’s Cultural Investment Continues to Drive Creative Growth Across Lincolnshire

    University of Lincoln’s Cultural Investment Continues to Drive Creative Growth Across Lincolnshire

    The University of Lincoln’s Centre for Culture and Creativity has marked another successful year of supporting the region’s creative sector. Now in its second year as an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation (NPO), the Centre continues to deliver lasting impact and has ambitious plans for the year ahead. As…

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  • New Funding Announced to Support High-Growth Creative Businesses in Greater Lincolnshire

    New Funding Announced to Support High-Growth Creative Businesses in Greater Lincolnshire

    Creative businesses across Greater Lincolnshire have received a significant opportunity for growth, with the launch of new funding through the Create Growth Programme, delivered by Innovate UK in partnership with the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). Up to £8 million is being made available to help high-growth potential…

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  • Creatives in Residence Programme

    Creatives in Residence Programme

    Announced The Barbican Creative Hub, in collaboration with the University of Lincoln, is excited to introduce the first-ever Creatives in Residence Programme. This initiative will provide emerging and established creatives with the opportunity to develop their careers while contributing to Lincoln’s dynamic creative scene. Launched in November 2024, the programme…

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  • Future Perspectives 2025

    Future Perspectives 2025

    A Day of Insight, Innovation, and Collaboration On Thursday 27th February, the Barbican Creative Hub and Lincoln Arts Centre hosted Future Perspectives 2025, a one-day conference exploring creative responses to the climate crisis. The event brought together thought leaders from across the creative industries to discuss sustainability, circular design, and…

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  • Meet Tamily Cookson: The New Director of the Barbican Creative Hub

    Meet Tamily Cookson: The New Director of the Barbican Creative Hub

    The Barbican Creative Hub is entering an exciting new phase as we welcome Tamily Cookson as our new Director. With over 10 years of leadership experience in the Creative Industries, Tamily will lead the Hub’s mission to support collaboration, innovation, and business growth in Lincolnshire’s creative sector. Opening in Spring…

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  • Conferences Centre Creativity and Tech

    Conferences Centre Creativity and Tech

    Leading on from the success of the Technically Speaking Conference on the 16th January, the Barbican Creative Hub looks forward to Future Perspectives on Thursday 27th February. Conferences feature inspiring keynotes from industry experts, practical demonstrations and the opportunity to network, whether you’ve experience under your belt or are just starting out…

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  • Future Perspectives Conference Explores Crea-tech

    Future Perspectives Conference Explores Crea-tech

    Barbican Creative Hub Launches Conference Series with Cutting-Edge Exploration of AI and XR in the Creative Industries The Barbican Creative Hub is launched its highly anticipated annual conference series today, 3rd October 2024, at the University of Lincoln, kicking off with an event that promised to help shape the conversation…

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  • World of Social Prescribing Revisited

    World of Social Prescribing Revisited

    The “Pathways to Tomorrow” event brings together global and local pioneers in social prescribing to explore innovative approaches transforming healthcare and well-being across communities. In a world that’s becoming increasingly aware of the connection between health and well-being, social prescribing is emerging as a transformative force. The concept, which encourages…

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