Liverpool’s iconic visitor attraction, The Salvation Army’s Strawberry Field, on John Lennon’s 84th birthday announces the unique opportunity for fans to become part of The Beatles’ history through the relaunch of its photomosaic mural.
The visitor exhibition features a striking portrait of John Lennon’s face, a montage of photographs featuring Beatles legends, famous Liverpool faces, and people from all over the world.
Fans are invited to place their image alongside people of significance within the Beatles community and John Lennon’s past, including John Lennon’s sister Julia Baird, honorary president of Strawberry Field, who is one of the first new faces to join the mural. Also joining the mosaic is Jean Catharell, a long-standing fan and member of the Beatles network worldwide, and Freda Kelly, once known as ‘The Most Coveted Girl in the World’ during the height of the band’s success, secretary to the Fab Four. They will be joined by images of original members of John Lennon’s first band, The Quarrymen, including Colin Hanton, Len Garry, Rod Davis, John ‘Duff’ Lowe, Pete Shotton and Ivan Vaughan, with more iconic figures set to feature.
Strawberry Field has a limited number of spots on the unique photomosaic celebrating John Lennon’s lasting legacy. Fans can secure their place by purchasing a spot to feature their photo within the giant mosaic, joining famous faces to form an iconic tribute to Lennon.
Measuring 8 metres wide and 2.4 metres high, the floor to ceiling photomosaic will be a spectacle for visitors to the exhibition and will stand alongside the world-famous ‘Imagine’ piano, a limited edition 12” vinyl of the hit record, ‘Give Peace a Chance’, and other Strawberry Field memorabilia.
Money raised from the project will support the charitable work of The Salvation Army’s Strawberry Field and will help fund its Steps to Work programme, a series of initiatives empowering 18-25 year olds with learning difficulties or other barriers to gain and stay in employment to develop and achieve their goals.
Major Kathleen Versfeld, mission director, Strawberry Field, said:
“The John Lennon Photomosaic is a rare opportunity for fans to be part of John Lennon’s lasting legacy, here at Strawberry Field, celebrating past, present and future generations. I can’t think of a better Christmas gift, for oneself or a loved one; a gift that celebrates a unique individual from the past, whilst bringing hope to the many Steps to Work trainees who dream of following in John’s footsteps by fulfilling their unique potential.”
Spaces on the John Lennon Photomosaic can be purchased here. 10% early bird discount can be redeemed before Friday 8th November using code MOSAIC10.
For more information about Strawberry Field, visit the website.
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