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Cannon Hall North Range Glass House Restoration Complete
With the help of funds from the Wolfson Foundation and the National Heritage Lottery Fund, a derelict building in Cannon Hall’s walled garden has been transformed into a modern and exciting learning space. The North Range was the first building … Continue reading
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Uncovered Masterpiece Soon To Be On Display In Cannon Hall
A recently uncovered masterpiece from the workshop of world renowned artist, Sir Anthony van Dyck, 17th-century Flemish court painter to King Charles I, will soon be on display in Cannon Hall Museum. The stunning painting has a fascinating history, with … Continue reading
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Protect Barnsley’s History Through The South Yorkshire Local Heritage List
Barnsley is famous for its heritage. It’s packed with stunning historic buildings and locations, but are there some that people can help protect? The South Yorkshire Local Heritage List is a register of heritage assets that contribute to the distinctiveness … Continue reading
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Words from Poet Laureate Bring Derelict Barnsley Alleyway Back to Life
Words by the Poet Laureate have been immortalised in neon lights in a project to restore part of the centre of Barnsley. The Sunset Neon artwork features a line from a specially written poem by Simon Armitage. But, instead of … Continue reading
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Fabulous John Atkinson Grimshaw Painting Goes on Display at The Cooper Gallery
A stunning oil painting by John Atkinson Grimshaw has been allocated by HM Government to the fine art collection at the Cooper Gallery in Barnsley. The painting was transferred to the nation in lieu of Inheritance Tax under the Acceptance … Continue reading
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Feel the Love This February Half Term
Please see details for all activities being held at our wonderful venues for the half term break.
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Remotely Digital Project – Freelance Role
Barnsley Museums is looking for volunteers to support the work of their six attractions and people can get involved in lots of different ways. The new volunteers will join a dedicated team who support the museums in everything from gardening, … Continue reading
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Last Chance to see Pushing Paper – Contemporary Drawing from 1970 to the Present Day
The Pushing Paper exhibition is in its final few weeks so make sure to visit before February 5th if you’d like to see the drawings of artists including David Hockney, Tracey Emin, Grayson Perry and Anish Kapoor. Here are some … Continue reading
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Encounters – Gobbledegook Theatre Commission
Encounters is the creation of new heritage interpretation focused on the life of Lady Mary Wortley Montagu and her pioneering work as a woman of science. Gobbledegook Theatre has been commissioned to create this interpretation, which is informed by research and consultation, and brings … Continue reading
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Routed in Barnsley Exhibition – Town Centre Trail Installation begins
This wonderful exhibition in the Sadler Room at The Cooper Gallery includes fascinating pictures and photographs With the Routed in Barnsley exhibition now open in Experience Barnsley, the focus for the Routed project has moved to the creation and installation … Continue reading
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