As the curtain fell on London 2012, the USA overcame some fierce resistance from Spain to land their fifth Basketball gold in the six Olympic Games since the start of the 'Dream Team' era on a gripping final day of action.
A report evaluating the impact of the London 2012 Cultural Olympiad by the Institute of Cultural Capital at the University of Liverpool was published today.
Libraries across the UK are being sent copies of the London 2012 Festival souvenir picture book which will give people the opportunity to relive some of the highlights of an amazing once in a lifetime festival.
Bill Morris, London 2012 Director of Ceremonies, Education and Live Sites said "Memories of 2012 remain vivid for us all and we're delighted that the contribution made by the Olympic Opening Ceremony has been celebrated by another award”