EMR showcases artwork inspired by historic Loughborough station Images
- Then & Now project recreates historic photographs of Loughborough station
- The artwork was created to mark 200 years of the Railway and National Inclusion Week
East Midlands Railway (EMR) has unveiled a new artwork series at Loughborough station which celebrates the growing diversity of its staff.
The Then & Now project recreates historic photographs of the station alongside contemporary images of his colleagues. The historic images were kindly supplied by EMR employee John Harrison who works as a Customer Service Officer.
Created to mark 200 years of the railway and National Inclusion Week, the artwork captures the character of Loughborough’s listed station building while celebrating the diversity and inclusivity of today’s railway.
Now on permanent display, it stands as a tribute to the station’s past and its people, and a reminder of how women and colleagues from all backgrounds are proudly shaping its future.
Christopher Buckley, Head of Organisation Development at East Midlands Railway, said: "We’re proud to unveil the Then & Now artwork series.
"Loughborough was a fitting choice for this project, as it was the destination for the very first public railway excursion, led by Thomas Cook in 1841.
"This project not only celebrates the station's rich history but also shines a spotlight on our people, showcasing the diversity, inclusivity, and talent that define our team today."
The initiative was championed by colleagues from EMR’s RACE (Race and Cultural Equality) and Stronger Together Employee Network Groups, with Niambie Harris, Retail Assistant, and James Wykes, Station Supervisor, helping to lead the project.
