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An exhibition that celebrates Corby’s 75th Anniversary as a New Town
Artist Phiona Richards and the Corby Community present Mapping Corby: 75 Years of Connection, an exhibition to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Corby New Town, commissioned by Made With Many and also supported by Corby Town Council.
Mapping Corby can be visited at Rooftop Arts Centre from Wednesday 22nd October until Saturday 8th November 2025 with an Open Reception evening being held on Friday 24th October from 6pm – 8pm. Gallery opening times are Wednesday to Saturday 11am – 4pm.
Since April, local artist Phiona Richards has been working within the Corby community to gather creatively interpreted street signs that celebrate the town’s 75-year journey of connection and growth.
The project began with consulting local historian Peter Hill, whose knowledge of Corby’s development provided a foundation and starting point for exploring how the town’s streets and names reflect its layered history.
Over the months, Phiona has collaborated with community groups from Corby Library, Cornerstone Church, KHL Community Workshop, Stevie Way Art Group, and the Family Festival. Together, they explored creative activities such as bookmaking, bunting, collage, decorating miniature houses, trees, and leaves – each piece representing a personal connection to place.
Phiona has been particularly inspired by the enthusiastic response from The Late Developers photography group, Patchwork Pals, and individual participants who accepted the open invitation to create work for the upcoming exhibition.
The project culminates in an exhibition at the Rooftop Arts Centre opening on 22nd October, where visitors will see the diverse range of community-made artwork inspired by Corby’s streets, stories, and sense of belonging.
“I have been deeply moved by the honesty and care participants have brought to their work,” says Phiona. “One lady, after attending a workshop, decided to remake her book and has since made more books as gifts and even organised a family ‘Make It’ night.”
Looking ahead, Phiona hopes to secure additional funding to further explore the history and network of Corby’s roads, continuing to weave together stories of people, place, and creativity.
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