You Saved the Sunbathers!
Thank you to all our backers for giving so generously, including the Heritage Lottery Fund, Nesta and the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport who provided a great boost to the campaign through match-funding. We are so grateful for the continued support and generosity over the last few weeks, and with the additional £7,326 raised (inclusive of Gift Aid donations), we have restored and returned The Sunbathers to public display.
As the campaign has progressed it's been uplifting to hear everyone involved re-telling their memories and stories describing The Sunbathers journey. It is reassuring to know that so many people place great value on public art.
The Sunbathers is a remarkable survivor. The Festival of Britain gave a tired public optimism, hope and colour. Thanks to your help, The Sunbathers will return home.
You can view the sculpture at the Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, until the end of August.
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