National Memorial Arboretum
Rachel Smith is an experienced professional in education and creative production, currently serving as the Head of Learning and Participation at the National Memorial Arboretum since August 2022, while also working as a Creative Producer for Outdoor Places Unusual Spaces Ltd. Previous roles include Project Manager at the National Theatre and Arts Link Producer at the West Midlands Virtual School. Rachel has held various positions at Birmingham Hippodrome, including Learning & Participation Manager and Creative Learning Officer, and has also contributed as Engagement Producer at Mercurial Dance Limited and as a Commonwealth Connections Producer for the Birmingham Art School. Educational qualifications comprise a Bachelor of Arts degree in Visual and Performing Arts from The University of Salford.
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National Memorial Arboretum
WHERE OUR NATION REMEMBERS The National Memorial Arboretum is the UK’s year-round centre of Remembrance; a spiritually uplifting place which honours the fallen, recognises service and sacrifice, and fosters pride in our country. The Arboretum is part of The Royal British Legion family of charities. Sited in the heart of the Nation, with 30,000 maturing trees and over 330 significant memorials set in 150 acres, it is a beautiful and lasting tribute to those who serve their country or who have died in conflict. Visitors from all walks of life number around 300,000 per year, including Service personnel, veterans, students of all ages, groups and individuals. Over 200 special events are held annually. The Act of Remembrance, including a Silence, is observed daily in the Millennium Chapel. The Arboretum is home to the striking Armed Forces Memorial which commemorates those who have been killed on duty or as a result of terrorism from the end of the Second World War to the present day.