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Artwork on banks of River Medway next to Chatham Library TOGETHER opens

A giant art installation featuring messages of hope and celebrating unsung heroes will light up a town's riverside park.

The TOGETHER project arrives in Chatham and is being opened during a ceremony taking place this evening.

The giant TOGETHER art installation on the banks of the River Medway in Chatham opens tonight. Picture: @ArchesLocal/Twitter (51576063)
The giant TOGETHER art installation on the banks of the River Medway in Chatham opens tonight. Picture: @ArchesLocal/Twitter (51576063)

Residents' messages will appear at the heart of the artwork in a visual and audio display, brought to the town by Lucid Creates, an art production company based in Iwade.

It comprises three large rings suspended from four giant pillars, measuring 15 metres in height and width.

People have been encouraged to submit their messages to feature on the structure by Medway Council, which is behind the installation alongside Culture Liverpool.

Videos telling people's stories will also be beamed on to screens.

It will remain in Chatham until October 10 before touring around the UK.

Public descend on the new structure on the riverside in Chatham at the opening of the TOGETHER artwork. Picture: Medway Council
Public descend on the new structure on the riverside in Chatham at the opening of the TOGETHER artwork. Picture: Medway Council
Visitors will be able to immerse themselves in the art structure Picture: Lucid Creates
Visitors will be able to immerse themselves in the art structure Picture: Lucid Creates
The art installation will feature messages from residents. Picture: Medway Council
The art installation will feature messages from residents. Picture: Medway Council

The installation has been put up in the riverside park next to Chatham Library drawing intrigue and excitement.

Speaking last week about the launch, Medway Council deputy leader Howard Doe said: "TOGETHER and our exciting summer events programme are supporting Medway’s bid to become UK City of Culture 2025, which will create a legacy of opportunities for residents, particularly our children and young people."

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