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The Collective Memory Archive is an investigation of memories, commissioned by Activate in 2020 as part of their micro-commissions programme. Artist Isobel Jobbins began the project in her hometown of Sherborne, gathering memories from local residents before producing to walks that explored the local area and created a shared experience with those who took part. […]

Join former Forestry England writer-in-residence, Zakiya McKenzie and Dorset-based poet and writer Louisa Adjoa Parker as they discuss their work and the influence the natural world has on their creative process. A relaxed conversation event in a beautiful forest setting. This event is outdoors. This event requires you to book (it is a free event). […]

In Greek Mythology Gaia is the personification of the Earth. Enjoy contemplating this spectacular artwork in the tranquil woodland of Moors Valley. Measuring seven metres in diameter, Luke Jerram’s Gaia features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the Earth’s surface*. This huge artwork provides the opportunity to see our planet like never before, floating in three-dimensions. […]

Local artists Karen Wimhurst and Ed Bersey have sculpted a brand new Audio Artwork focusing on the accelerating dangers of climate change in a world scarred by the pandemic. In their compelling soundtrack with original music discover the passionate voices from a diverse range of people talking about their changing priorities in a world forever […]

A collaboration between Activate and AUB Human at Arts University Bournemouth and their BA (Hons) Graphic Design and Interior Architecture and Design students. For this visual drop-in exhibition, students were tasked with reflecting on the themes of sustainability, ethics, accessibility and inclusivity all inspired by the presentation of Luke Jerram’s Gaia in a forest context. […]

The Gallycrows* (*Old Dorset for scarecrow) Watch out for them, they journey through Moors Valley, appearing as if from nowhere with what looks like the world on their backs. Who are they? What do they want? Audiences are invited to meet these interactive characters created especially for Inside Out Dorset by local favourites, Angel Exit […]

All-female acrobatic theatre company Mimbre perform at Inside Out Dorset. Lifted is a collection of funny, poetic and surprising moments, which explore in different ways what it means when one body is carried by another. Or when one person carries two people. Or when a person doesn’t want to be carried. Or when three people […]

Catch Me is an intimate and surprising take on age, race and gender. An older woman and younger man dance together through a landscape of abandoned chairs. They discover joy, risk and unexpected connections in a poignant duet. A poetic mix of dance and acrobatics, Catch Me asks how we see each other and who […]