THE GRIT
The Grit is a new centre for the arts and heritage in Lowestoft and occupies a large area of the magistrate’s court in Old Nelson Street providing space in which art and sculpture is presented alongside a programme of art events, evening performance, cinema, and community activities. The Grit has a obligation to celebrate and promote the unique heritage of Lowestoft and The Grit comprises a large exhibition space, a cinema, heritage centre, gallery and archive with attached reading room, multi-purpose community spaces with meeting rooms etc. with accessible toilet facilities and street access, and gallery/performance space for performers, exhibitors, and creatives. Easterly Artists had their first exhibition at The Grit in 2023 and Suffolk artists who exhibited at The Grit include Mark Burrell. The Grit has now closed.