The first thing we decided as a group was to experiment with a name for the exhibition. Research began exploring key dates of traditional printing methods which could possibly be used in order to create a punchy title. Ideas included:
- 1560 - the first printed map of Leeds.
- 1718 - the first printed newspaper in Leeds - Leeds Mercury by John Hirst.
- 1911 - Leeds was the 4th largest employer for print - more than 8,000 people.
Although these were all relevant dates, it was decided not to use these as it could potentially create a limited view of the exhibition. The exhibition aims to celebrate the events that have taken place in the public spaces of Leeds which have helped to shape in city in some form. These events all took place around different historical time periods, therefore using a specific date for the exhibition title could communicate the exhibition as of events limited to that date.
Further research into the public spaces of Leeds led us to explore the exhibition space itself, Room 700 at Leeds Central Library. This building opened in 1884 and is currently listed as a grade II listed building, which ensures the building is protected for historic reasons and contributions to Leeds. It was thought that this communicated a celebration of this public space in Leeds, and as a result led to the first initial exhibition name 'GRADE 2'.
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