About Ellesmere Sculpture Initiative

In 2006 Ellesmere was chosen as the UK centre for an ambitious international touring exhibition of sculpture in the landscape. The exhibition 'Extramuros' was launched in Ellesmere in March 2007 and toured Spain and Portugal until the summer of 2008.

Members of the local community developed the vision of an annual event to bring international contemporary artists to make site specific sculpture using materials local to the environment.

The aim is to place the sculptures from each year's symposia around Ellesmere to form the basis of a sculpture trail which will enhance the magnificent landscape for visitors and local residents.
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