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What It Will Do
Luing Oral History Project
Proposal code: CONSUL-2025-05-77
Collect, preserve, and share the personal stories and experiences of residents of Luing, capturing the rich oral history of the region.
Estimated Price
15000
The project will involve recording interviews with long-time residents, community leaders, and individuals with unique stories about life in Argyll and Bute. These recordings will be transcribed, archived, and made accessible to the public through a dedicated website and local libraries. The project will also host storytelling events and exhibitions to showcase these oral histories.
WhyOral histories provide invaluable insights into the lived experiences of people, offering perspectives that are often missing from written records. This project aims to preserve these voices for posterity, ensuring that the cultural and historical heritage of Argyll and Bute is not lost.
Benefits- Cultural Preservation: Safeguards the personal histories and traditions of the community.
- Educational: Provides a rich resource for researchers, students, and educators.
- Community Engagement: Strengthens community bonds through shared stories and experiences.
- Historical Insight: Offers unique perspectives on the region's history and development.
- Phase 1 (Months 1-2): Planning and community outreach.
- Phase 2 (Months 3-4): Training volunteers and setting up recording equipment.
- Phase 3 (Months 5-10): Conducting interviews and collecting stories.
- Phase 4 (Months 11-12): Transcribing, archiving, and creating the digital archive.
- Phase 5 (Ongoing): Hosting storytelling events and exhibitions.