A new art installation created by schoolchildren has gone on display in a city centre.
Pupils aged 10 and 11 were invited to capture why they love Lichfield District for a project aiming to bring life and colour to Lichfield city centre.
Winning entries, chosen for their creativity, have gone on display on the hoardings surrounding the site where the new cinema is being developed.
They will remain on display for over 12 months until the opening of the cinema in early 2026.
Lichfield District Council led the initiative.
Councillor Andy Smith, the council’s Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Leisure and Major Projects, said: “This project has not only showcased the incredible talent of our young residents but also highlighted what makes Lichfield District such a special place to live.
“It’s fantastic to see the city centre brightened up by these meaningful and imaginative pieces of art as we continue our regeneration journey.”
A new Everyman cinema as well as retail and dining establishments are part of the wider redevelopment of the Birmingham Road site which will also include housing and forms a key part of the masterplan for the city.
A spokesperson for St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Lichfield, one of the seven schools which took part, said: “It’s been a real pleasure to be involved in this project and to see our students’ creativity celebrated in such a public and meaningful way.
“The children have loved the opportunity to contribute to their city, and seeing their artwork featured in the heart of Lichfield is something they’ll remember for years to come.”
