Legends Of Lockdown

A new online exhibition features an array of Devon’s lockdown legends exploring their lives and communities during the pandemic restrictions

We’ve been talking about them in exalted terms: those everyday people that have been coping in difficult circumstances often in roles we don’t usually think about – and even take for granted. And then there are those who simply exhibited the empathy, care and consideration to those in need.

A new exhibition of photographs attempts to scratch the surface: Over the summer, members of the public were invited to nominate their coronavirus champions, submitting both their stories and photographs to illustrate inspirational accounts of hard work, compassion and selflessness.

Those nominated ranged from refuse collectors to face mask creators, fundraising heroes to taxi drivers-turned-delivery men, parents, grandparents, young people and many more. Lockdown Legends celebrates the resilience of the people of Devon, showcasing those who have given so much during the coronavirus crisis, helping some of Devon’s most vulnerable populations. It brings their stories together to be shared with everyone.

Exeter’s Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM), alongside Liveable Exeter and Exeter City Council, opened Lockdown Legends – a celebration of local people who have shown particular kindness, courage, humanity or ingenuity during the coronavirus pandemic.