Exhibition

The Way We Live

24 October 2026 - 21 February 2027
Free to all

How post-war town planning, community identity and urban futures shaped Plymouth.

Dive into the social and architectural visions for the reconstruction of Plymouth following the Blitz. Referencing major ideas from the 1940s about public planning by Patrick Abercrombie and James Paton Watson, this exhibition will also feature contemporary art responses across two galleries, plus additional spaces that will highlight archival collections.

By connecting historic mid-century blueprints with contemporary perspectives, visitors are invited to reflect on ongoing conversations surrounding class, housing access, education, healthcare, and social and climate justice.

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