Crossing Borders to Visibility: Melrose

Join us for a two part event across the south of scotland, uncovering the shared creative history of Dingleton Hospital, Melrose, and the Crichton Royal Institution, Dumfries. Join our panel to discuss personal and historic experiences of these important institutions, examine current uses of art in the treatment of mental illness, and identify future cross-border opportunities. MELROSE: Thursday 17th October, 2 pm - 4 pm, Melrose Corn Exchange, Market Square, Melrose TD6 9PN DUMFRIES: Thursday 24th October, 2 pm - 4 pm, Crichton Central, The Crichton Estate, Bankend Road, Dumfries DG1 4TA BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE HERE [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/crossing-borders-to-visibility-melrose-tickets-946342033497?aff=oddtdtcreator]. Over 18 years only. These events are part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival 2024 programme. The partners are DG Creative Wellbeing (OutPost Arts), Crichton Trust, and Live Borders.