Corby's hidden histories celebrated as arts space is transformed into an immersive sensory experience
Corby’s natural beauty and history will be brought to light as part of an immersive art installation at the Corby Cube.
Local artist Carole Miles, who has been at the heart of the town’s active arts scene since 1989, is launching her latest piece at The Lab in the Corby Cube later this month.
Above and Below will invite visitors to explore the hidden histories and natural beauty of Corby and the ancient Rockingham Forest through a ‘stunning fusion of sound and textiles’.
Carole has spent the past year delving into Corby’s archaeology, woodlands, and heritage and the new installation is inspired by the way trees communicate through hidden root systems.
She first had the idea when she took part in the University of Northampton’s Heritage Accelerator Programme in 2023/24.
Throughout 2025, Corby residents participated in a series of slow-stitching and natural dyeing workshops at Corby Library, alongside heritage walks and storytelling sessions.
These communal moments of reflection have been woven into the final exhibition, which Carole says feature evocative soundscapes developed in collaboration with Electric Egg and tactile, digitally printed fabrics inspired by the workshops and local environment.
The installation also celebrates a community legacy, incorporating forest-inspired books and artworks created by local families during the Summer Reading Challenge.
Carole collaborated with a wide network of local partners to bring her vision to life.
The project was supported by The Core at Corby Cube, Corby Library Plus, Made With Many, and a dedicated team of artists, mentors, and heritage experts.
Carole said: “As trees communicate through their roots, delving into the local landscape has enabled the community to explore Corby’s deeper past while inspiring future creative growth.
“I wanted to create a space for people to breathe, slow down, and connect with their local environment and heritage. I am thrilled to finally share this immersive world with the public.”
Above and Below runs from Thursday, February 19 to 23 at The Lab, Corby Cube. Entry is free.