Our Long Goodbye

Our Long Goodbye is an exhibition of photos, films and texts that candidly and sensitively show the everyday love and heartbreak of someone you know living with dementia.

From 5 November until 19 December Central Library hosts this tender exhibition, with the relationship between artist Jenny Harris and her mum at its heart. It is a familiar story; yet one that is rarely spoken about or shown in this way.

Jenny is a drama facilitator and for the last ten years has specialised in creative dementia sessions in care homes, hospitals and community spaces. When Jenny’s own mum started showing signs of dementia, her professional and personal world collided irreversibly, and this exhibition is the outcome of that experience.

As well as the exhibition in the central space on the ground floor, there are two free workshops:

Meet, Chat, Write, Performance Space 1, Friday 14 November, 2.30-4.30pm

This is a gentle writing workshop which offers a chance to respond to creative writing prompts, exploring who and what we love in life. You might have experience of caring for/knowing someone with dementia or you might not. You can expect a range of fun activities and time to yourself to reflect and write in a relaxed setting. Led by Jenny Harris and Lowri Evans.

Creative Ageing Workshop and Artist Talk/ Q & A, Performance Space 1, Wednesday 3 December, 4 -7.30pm (with a break)

This is for anyone interested in older people and the arts. It will be a chance to share ideas about why and how we make this type of work and to find out more about Jenny’s creative process. Followed by a talk and Q and A with the artist and some of the team, as well as a private tour of the exhibition. Led by Jenny Harris and Lowri Evans.

All are welcome to take part in both workshops. To book your place, please email – ourlonggoodbye2025@gmail.com

Presented by Jenny Harris

Visit www.ourlonggoodbye.co.uk for more information

Free – just drop in

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