ACE awards £165k to Libraries Connected to celebrate King's coronation

Arts Council England has awarded £165,000 to Libraries Connected as part of its work celebrating this weekend’s coronation of King Charles III with “creativity and culture”.

Libraries Connected will distribute funds among each of England’s 150 public library authorities "to commission or host events that reflect or celebrate the King’s coronation".

Darren Henley, chief executive at Arts Council England, said: “As a lifelong champion of the arts, the King recognises the wealth of artistic talent we have in this country and the benefits the arts can bring to people’s lives. This is a time for families and communities to come together, and we hope the creative activities taking place over this historic weekend will give more people the opportunity to experience arts and culture.”

Isobel Hunter, chief executive at Libraries Connected, added: “This funding means libraries across the country can mark the coronation with some really exciting cultural events and activities. As always, libraries have come up with incredibly creative and unique ideas that involve the whole community in art, craft, music, literature and much more. We’re thrilled to play our part in bringing those ideas to life and recognising this historic moment.”