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New exhibition at Barnsley’s Cooper Gallery welcomes all four seasons indoors 

Co-Curated with Action for Autism Barnsley    Barnsley’s Cooper Gallery is delighted to announce the upcoming exhibition, “Four Seasons in One Day,” co-curated with the Action for Autism Barnsley group (AfAB). This unique, free exhibition will be held from Saturday 18 … Continue reading

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Stories of Childhood: a new exhibition at Experience Barnsley Museum 

Explore, reminisce and play! From christenings to cricket, samplers to school hats, toys and teddies, discover over a hundred years of growing up in Barnsley.  This free exhibition will be open in Experience Barnsley from Sat 8 Feb 2025 to … Continue reading

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Sharing Family Memories of a Special Place

This year, the Archive Volunteers at Wentworth Castle Gardens have been privileged to meet several descendants of people who lived and worked on the estate, through our ‘Open Archive’ mornings. These were held on site every couple of months, with … Continue reading

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An update on building works at Cannon Hall Museum and Elsecar Heritage Centre 

We’re pleased to share that the works to Cannon Hall’s roof are making excellent progress and are on track to be completed by the spring. This timing aligns perfectly with plans to re-open the hall for the new season, welcoming … Continue reading

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Making the most of winter 

There are plenty of opportunities to explore Wentworth Castle Gardens differently throughout the winter months. Upcoming events include:  Tea, Talk and Treat: Revealing footsteps of the past – Thursday 23 January 1.30 pm – 3pm  Join National Trust archaeologist, Mark … Continue reading

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New Gawber Hall documents received in Barnsley Archives

Researchers can now find out more about the story and history of Gawber Hall, which was situated to the west of Barnsley, following the donation of a collection of title deeds relating to the property, the earliest of which dates … Continue reading

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Year 5 Carlton Primary Academy Takeover Day at Cannon Hall 

As part of the Festival of Joy, Fusion partnered with Barnsley Museums Learning Team and took part in the Kids in Museums’ Takeover Day. For one day only, Cannon Hall Museum, Park & Gardens was in the hands of 41 … Continue reading

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New film celebrates rediscovered 90-year-old Christmas carol 

Barnsley Museums and Fusion, Barnsley’s Cultural Education Partnership, are thrilled to announce an exciting new campaign, centred around a short film for the recently uncovered local carol “Christmas Eve”. The new film, celebrating the carol, engaged the local community and … Continue reading

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Celebrate Christmas with Barnsley Museums

Celebrate the festive season at Elsecar After Hours! On Friday 13th December from 3:00pm to 7:00pm, enjoy a fun-filled evening with festive stalls, live music, children’s rides, and tasty treats. It’s the perfect opportunity to shop for unique gifts, soak … Continue reading

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Elsecar Heritage Centre – Visitor Centre Consultation 

The Elsecar Visitor Centre is being revamped early next year and we would like your feedback on the current space and what you might like to see in the future! If you would like to answer any of the questions … Continue reading

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