Multimedia arts project wins Sycamore Gap tree commission after public vote
A multimedia arts project has been commissioned to create a 'living archive' in memory of the Sycamore Gap tree, which was illegally felled in 2023. The project, titled 'The People’s Tree', will involve community participation through storytelling, sound, and sculpture using preserved wood from the tree. It aims to foster reflection and connection among people while commemorating the loss of this beloved landmark.
- ▪The project was selected through a public vote and is a collaboration between Helix Arts and George King Architects.
- ▪It will include interactive elements that invite contributions from communities across the UK.
- ▪The commission is part of a broader legacy program that includes planting 49 'trees of hope' saplings throughout the UK.
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Wood from the tree that stood at Sycamore Gap until 2023 has been preserved to create a ‘living archive’ in its memory. Photograph: John Millar/National Trust Images/PAView image in fullscreenWood from the tree that stood at Sycamore Gap until 2023 has been preserved to create a ‘living archive’ in its memory. Photograph: John Millar/National Trust Images/PAArt and designMultimedia arts project wins Sycamore Gap tree commission after public vote ‘Living archive’ will mark loss of Northumberland landmark with storytelling, sound and sculpture using saved woodSundus AbdiSat 23 May 2026 01.00 EDTLast modified on Sat 23 May 2026 01.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA new artwork will transform preserved wood from the felled Sycamore Gap tree into a “living archive” after a public…
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