Dr Hazel Kent has contributed two chapters to the Survey of Lincoln's latest edited collection, Lincoln's Green Spaces: A History.
Her first chapter is on 'The Grounds of Lincoln Lunatic Asylum', (which is now known as The Lawn). This explains how the institution's outside space was an important element of the treatment provided. Her second contribution traces the contemporary history of how 'Hartsholme Country Park' became a significant site for recreation and education within the city. Other local authors have contributed chapters on the Arboretum, Boultham Park, the South and West Commons, and many more of the city's green spaces.
This new Survey of Lincoln publication has been supported by the very successful three year community heritage project, Local Landscapes and Hidden Histories, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and the City of Lincoln Council. Hazel, and other Lincoln Bishop colleagues, has been a contributor to their popular Local History Café. As the project comes to a close, they are holding a series of events 23rd - 26th July to celebrate the city's green spaces and their heritage.
This celebratory weekend includes a book launch for the Survey of Lincoln's book, on Friday 24th July at 6pm - 8pm at the Grandstand, West Common. Along with other authors, Hazel will be giving a short talk at the event. There will also be the opportunity to view the project's final exhibition Shared Ground, which celebrates the archival material the project has collected, heritage insights and creative responses.
Booking is essential for this event - details can be found here https://contact.lincoln.gov.uk/service/Community_Engagement_Events.