Gravesend Central Library became something of a museum with an exhibition dedicated to the town’s rotary club.

Relics and documents from the club’s history, dating back to its formation in 1927, went on display to mark almost 90 years of international service to those in need.

Mayor of Gravesham Mick Wenban opened and toured the exhibition with club president John Dyke.

Cllr Wenban said: “The diversity and depth of service by the rotary club members is much valued by all who come into contact with them. In these straightened times this continued ideal of service to those in need is appreciated by all and long may it continue.”

Some displays showcased the club’s work in the community, while others focused on aid sent to disaster areas across the globe.

Attendees could find out more about the formation of work centres during the Great Depression and the support for victims of air raids and Nazi oppression during the Second World War, right up to the club’s current work with food banks and disadvantaged youngsters.

Mr Dyke said: “Our club has been part of Rotary International since 1927. Over 1.2 million men and women worldwide continue to be united in the ideal of service.

"We are proud to be part of an organisation which has done so much to make the world a better place. Both locally and internationally, Rotary helps communities."

To find out more about the town’s Rotary Club and its work, visit gravesendrotary.org.uk.

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