Support to Apply

The Community Spotlight Case at Charnwood Museum is free for locals, groups, and non-profits to share their stories and connection to Charnwood with others. Check our FAQs for guidance and apply using the online form or you can collect a paper copy from the museum.

See our diagram which shows the case and its dimensions below, or click the image to download a specification sheet:

You can apply using any digital format, like voice or video. For non-written formats, you just need to answer the questions detailed in the application form. Please send large files to culture@leics.gov.uk and read our guide on how to reduce your file sizes.

For more information, an informal discussion, and to submit your application, please contact: culture@leics.gov.uk

Key Dates

The community panel meet twice a year to select successful submissions. Deadlines can be found below and on the main page.

Spring/Summer Application Deadline – Midnight, 1st July 2026

Spring/Summer Exhibition Install – September 2026

Autumn/Winter Application Deadline – to be confirmed

Autumn/Winter Exhibition Install – to be confirmed

Community Connectors Panel

Please click here for more information on the Community Connectors Panel Members.