The man behind one of the country’s most respected arts festivals is set to receive a prestigious civic accolade.
On Tuesday 24 May, the city council will be asked to approve Lewis Biggs, one of the founding directors of the Liverpool Biennial, as a recipient of the Citizen of Honour award.
Lord Mayor, Councillor Hazel Williams, said: “I’m delighted the city council can offer this special accolade to such a well-deserving individual.
“Lewis has contributed a huge amount to this city, both artistically and personally. The work of the Biennial has been key in highlighting the city’s cultural credentials, particularly in the run up to Capital of Culture.”
The Citizen of Honour awards was introduced in 2008, and is a discretionary scheme for the city council to recognise any individual who has made a significant contribution to enriching the life or image of the city.
All Citizens of Honour are formally agreed by the city council and presented with a prestigious scroll of honour by the Lord Mayor at a special civic reception at a later date.
Councillor Joe Anderson, leader of the city council said: “I’m sure there will be widespread agreement at the council meeting that Lewis is a worthy recipient who has made an important contribution to Liverpool life and the promotion of the arts in the city.”
Established by James Moore in 1998, the Liverpool Biennial is the largest as well as one of the most exciting contemporary visual arts events in the UK.
During the Capital of Culture year, it received 960,000 visits - making it one of the best attended in the world.
Councillor Paula Keaveney, leader of the opposition, said: “The Biennial is rightly regarded as one of the UK’s leading contemporary arts festivals and it has captured the imaginations of thousands of people in Liverpool.
“The key role Lewis has played in bringing art to the streets of our city for everyone to enjoy make him a fantastic choice for this honour.”
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