Up to five “interactive murals” are set to be created in Glasgow’s “forgotten ward” in a bid to demonstrate its rich and diverse history.
Up to five “interactive murals” are set to be created in Glasgow’s “forgotten ward” in a bid to demonstrate its rich and diverseCardonald councillors Alex Wilson, Elaine McSporran, Jim Kavanagh and Matt Kerr are collectively working on the project which they hope can officially begin in February.
Born in 1913, the “exceptional Scot” would go on to be known as one of the most pioneering women of her generation, becoming the first female commercial pilot in 1932, at the age of 19. “The first project we want to complete is the history surrounding the first ever female pilot – Winnie Drinkwater – who was a Cardonald resident. She was the first woman to fly a commercial plane and went on to become a big aviator.
Graffiti artist Dan, who has family connections to Cardonald, is excited to design the new murals and is looking forward to getting it up and running.
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