Memory Library

Portsmouth
2026

Boathouse 5
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Memory Library

An evolving programme of exhibitions, artworks, talks, workshops, screenings, performances, artist development and international exchange exploring memory, place, heritage, technology and connection.

Where

Boathouse 5, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

When

November 2026

Produced by

Play Office

A new public space for memory

Memory Library brings heritage, creative technology, artist development and international exchange into one visible, accessible programme — asking how a city can use digital culture to remember, care and connect.

About the programme →

Boathouse 5 at night, with the Memory Library wordmark projected across the front of the building and visitors gathered outside.

Sat 14 Nov 2026

Past Makes Future

An international artist conference and gathering, plus Pageant — a separate evening event on the same day.

See the full running order →
Audience members listening intently at a past Play Office artist development conference.

Artists & exchange

Memory Library brings together artists and collaborators from Portsmouth, Bangladesh, Cairo, Lebanon, Malta and Jersey through Resonate, Play Office's artist development programme.

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Have a memory, object or photograph connected to Portsmouth?

Memory Library is built from the everyday stories of the people who make up this city. Bring yours with you, or get in touch ahead of time.

Leave a memory →

Supported by

Arts Council England — Supported using public funding by Arts Council England, Lottery Funded British Council Portsmouth Creates Portsmouth Historic Quarter