This video is part of the Innovating with Open Knowledge series at The University of Edinburgh.

Interview with Fraser Parkinson, Community Manager at Spirit of Leithers Facebook Page, and Norman Rodger at The Centre for Research Collections at the University of Edinburgh

This case study showcases an excellent example of using 'found' images to create a blog, and how to access other resources to engage community interest.  It also shows how a member of the public accessed University of Edinburgh expertise to support their work in both preserving cultural heritage, and engage further collaboration from the wider community. 

This video (5 of 5) Benefits, explores benefits that The Spirit of Leithers brings to the community of Edinburgh and the wider community as well as the benefits of creating and using open resources.

There is a transcript and Activity Sheet to accompany this video.