Bee In The City This Summer – Sponsor Or Design A Giant Bee Sculpture

Holly Harris | 17th December 2017

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In summer 2018, over eighty giant honey bee sculptures are coming to Manchester.

So, what’s all the buzz about?

In true Mancunian style, the emblem of a bee is being showcased to celebrate the cities pioneering and creatively industrious spirit that has been synonymous with the city for over 150 years.

The public art event will consist of a sculpture trail of super-sized bees dotted around the city. It will take place from July to September 2018 and hopes to bring locals and visitors together and encourage people to explore all of the incredible sites and landmarks that Manchester has to offer.

Sir Richard Leese, Leader of Manchester City Council said: “Bee in the City will build on Manchester’s reputation for innovation and the role that culture plays at the heart of city life.”

Interested in getting involved?

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 Bee in the City is looking for artists to create unique designs for the sculptures. Whether you’re a professional or an amateur, you can get involved in one of the biggest public art exhibitions the city has ever seen and display your talent.

The deadline for design submission is 22nd January 2018… so get busy!

To bee involved, more information can be found on the website.

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In the run up the the big event, Bee in the City is looking for sponsors to help make the event happen.

Creative producer of the trail, Wild In Art, want to involve and include all corners of Manchester’s society.

Sally-Ann Wilkinson, Director of Wild in Art said: “Bee in the City will become Manchester’s buzzword, attracting many new partnerships and collaborations to create a very special event. It promises to connect, inspire and bring huge benefit and enjoyment to all communities through the power of our city’s creativity.”

There are opportunities to sponsor individual sculptures or for businesses to be the trail’s main sponsor.

If you’re interested in getting involved and sponsoring the event, contact Julie Gaskell, Head of Partnerships at Wild in Art at: julie@wildinart.co.uk.

For more information  

Tel: 01663 308 088
Email: hello@beeinthecitymcr.co.uk
Website: www.beeinthecitymcr.co.uk

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