Key Highlights
- New bricks were laid in a ceremony to build “The People’s Pyramid.”
- The event took place on Sunday, November 23, 2025.
- Around 500 people participated in the moving ceremony at Birkenhead Park.
- Bricks contain cremated ashes of individuals who have chosen to be “MuMufied.”
- The project is led by former KLF members Jimmy Cauty and Bill Drummond.
A Unique Memorial: Building the People’s Pyramid
On Sunday, November 23, 2025, a poignant ceremony took place at Birkenhead Park in Merseyside. This event was part of an ongoing project known as “The People’s Pyramid,” which has captured the imagination and hearts of many over the years. The KLF, a band infamous for their provocative art statements, reemerged in 2017 to continue this unique memorial tradition.
The MuMufication Process
Each year on Day of the Dead, which is November 23, individuals who have chosen to be “MuMufied” gather at Birkenhead Park. This process involves sealing their cremated ashes into bricks and adding these bricks to the pyramid. Jimmy Cauty and Bill Drummond, the creative minds behind KLF, oversee this project, ensuring it remains a meaningful and enduring tribute.
A Moving Community Gathering
The ceremony began at 6:30 pm with a procession led by friends and family of those whose ashes were being added. Participants carried bricks wrapped in high-visibility jackets, some adorned with mock road signs depicting skulls or ice creams. As the procession neared the bricklaying site, the ECHO was present to capture the emotional atmosphere.
At the site, bricklayers in yellow and black outfits held each brick while the name of the deceased was read aloud. The bricks were then placed onto the growing pyramid, a structure that aims to contain 34,592 ‘Bricks of Mu.’ A large screen displayed pictures of the deceased, adding a personal touch to the ceremony.
Expert Insights and Future Implications
The People’s Pyramid project is more than just a physical structure; it represents a unique form of memorialization that combines funeral rites with a celebration of life. According to experts in the field of art and memorials, such projects can serve as powerful community-building tools.
“The People’s Pyramid is an innovative way to engage the public in a meaningful conversation about death and remembrance,” said Dr. Lisa Smith, a sociologist specializing in memorial culture. “It not only honors the deceased but also brings communities together through shared experiences.”
Looking ahead, the project continues to evolve, with plans for further expansion and community involvement. As more bricks are added each year, “The People’s Pyramid” stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of KLF and their commitment to innovative art that challenges societal norms.
