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![@hannahlambtextileartist is collaborating with weaver @_.hannah_robson on our Lost Mills project. @hannahlambtextileartist is collaborating with weaver @_.hannah_robson on our Lost Mills project.](https://www.509arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/image-2-e1720712291821.jpeg)
![509 Arts-Lost Mills & Ghost Mansions-4323-4628lowres UNSPUN, a multi-media visual collage inspired by the heritage of Bradford's textile industry was presented by 509 Arts at Salts Mill as part of Saltaire Inspired, a festival held over the Bank Holiday weekend. Made with The Colour Foundry it used archive photos and film projected onto fabrics, a musical soundtrack with spoken word recordings, found audio and was accompanied by live musicians to create a rich and immerisive experience. Photos by Tim Smith.](https://www.509arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/509-Arts-Lost-Mills-Ghost-Mansions-4323-4628lowres.jpg)
![Mill-Bulmer & Lumb July 1959 Mill scene 1959](https://www.509arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Mill-Bulmer-Lumb-Jul-1959.JPG.gallery.jpg)
About Lost Mills & Ghost Mansions
Explore the fascinating story of Lost Mills Ghost Mansions, a project that uncovers the hidden tales of Bradford’s textile past. Discover how this once vibrant industry has dwindled from over 350 working mills to less than 20. Many of these iconic buildings have vanished or been repurposed, some tragically lost to fires. Join us as we delve into the rich history of Bradford through words, pictures, audio, and video. Don’t miss out on this captivating journey. Read More
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