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Sandra George Archive
Sandra George Archive

Photographs documenting community life in Craigmillar (1957-2013)

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Craigmillar Art Trail
Craigmillar Art Trail

Explore artworks and stories from the community art trail

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Oral Histories
Oral Histories

Listen to personal stories and memories from Craigmillar residents

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Community Projects
Community Projects

Documentation of community arts and heritage initiatives

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Community gathering in Craigmillar
Community Festival
1978
Sandra George

Annual community festival in Craigmillar Park with local performers and activities.

Festival Community 1970s
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Craigmillar housing
Housing Development
1965
Sandra George

Construction of new housing in the Craigmillar area during urban redevelopment.

Housing Architecture 1960s
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Local shop in Craigmillar
Niddrie Market
1982
Sandra George

Local market and shops serving the Craigmillar community in the 1980s.

Business Market 1980s
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Art workshop
Community Art Workshop
1995
Community Arts Project

Participants creating artworks during a community arts workshop in Craigmillar.

Art Workshop 1990s
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Children playing
Playground Activities
1972
Sandra George

Children enjoying the playground facilities in Craigmillar's public spaces.

Children Play 1970s
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Local protest
Community Action
1988
Sandra George

Residents gathering to protest planned changes to local services.

Protest Community 1980s
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