Eurovision in Liverpool has been highlighted as one of 30 game-changing moments for the National Lottery in a new exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery in London, which is also viewable online.
It comes as the organisation reveals it has raised £50 billion for good causes since it was formed 30 years ago.
To mark the anniversary and impact of £50bn in Good Causes funding, 30 Game Changing Moments have been immortalised in an exhibition by photographer Thomas Duke – unveiled at The National Portrait Gallery in London and online today.
The photographer has used his unique style to highlight some of the most memorable cultural moments of the last three decades made possible with the help of National Lottery funding.
Liverpool hosted the 67th Eurovision Song Contest in 2023 on behalf of Ukraine, and received support from Arts Council England, The National Lottery Heritage Fund and the National Lottery Community Fund for a range of projects.
Andria Vidler, CEO of Allwyn, operator of The National Lottery said: “Today marks a remarkable milestone as National Lottery players have now raised £50 billion for Good Causes across the UK.
“Over 30 years, this hasn’t just been about numbers – it’s been about countless lives changed and communities transformed, while continuing to create millionaires nationwide.”
Baroness Twycross, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Department for Culture, Media and Sport said: “The National Lottery’s 30th birthday marks a remarkable legacy of building resilient, inclusive and healthier communities across the UK.
“Over the last three decades it has funded hundreds of thousands of grassroots projects, getting more people involved in sport and cultural opportunities, as well as supporting our world class Team GB and Paralympics GB athletes.”
Darren Henley, Chief Executive, Arts Council England and chair of the UK National Lottery Forum said: “The Game Changing Moments featured in the 30th Birthday exhibition launched today are the culmination of years of funding, commitment, training, belief, volunteering, tenacity and much, much more.
“The National Lottery’s impact on arts, film, heritage, sports, and communities across the UK is unparalleled. For three decades, it has empowered individuals and communities, enabling thousands of transformative projects.
“As we celebrate this remarkable achievement, we look forward to building on this legacy, ensuring the arts and culture continue to flourish, and supporting even more Game Changing Moments for future generations.”
