Corby Processions Banner (to celebrate 100 years of Votes for Women)
2018
Modern
Created in 2018 for PROCESSIONS, a national project marking 100 years of Votes for Women, this banner embodies Corby’s activist spirit and was one of 100 different commissions to commemorate 100 years women’s suffrage.
Processions Banner with some of those who made it 2018
PROCESSIONS was a mass participation artwork, commissioned by 14-18 NOW and produced by Artichoke. It formed part of the nationwide arts program by 14-18 NOW, marking the centenary of the First World War and was part of a collective project featuring 100 banners created by artists and communities across the UK. Designed by Northamptonshire artists Carole Miles & Phiona Richards, as part of a Made With Many commission, it was crafted with local women, including Corby’s first female steelworks trade union rep. Featuring violets, a suffrage symbol, it bears two powerful messages: “Women Together Will Change the World” (from the youngest participant) and “Deeds Not Words”— the historic Suffragette and Corby motto.
The Corby Processions Banner captures the resilient, forward-thinking spirit of Corby and Northamptonshire in the 21st century. As a symbol of unity and activism, it honours the county’s steel industry roots and ongoing fight for women’s rights. Celebrating the county’s history, the banner stands as a testament to Northamptonshire communities continuing strength and progress.
The Banner will be on display at Corby Library in Januay 2026 as part of the Beyond the 100 exhibition.
17th century embroidery, possibly made by Martha, daughter of Amphyllis Washington. Martha emigrated to Virginia in 1678 and her brother, John, was the great-grandfather of George Washington.
Made by members of the Weston Favell branch of the Women's Institute to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's coronation, this tablecloth is still in weekly use.
The banner was designed and made in 2018 to celebrate the centenary of the opening of the first WI in the UK. The banner measures 48” from top to the bottom point and 27” at its widest part with a green hanging cord across the top.
The Northampton Social Democratic Federation (SDF) banner was discovered in the attic of 97 Charles Street in 1984. Vibrant, multi-coloured, with red and gold prominent, and printed on silk, the banner was made by George Tutill (1817-1887) in their workshop in City Road, east London.
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