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This wonderful exhibition in the Sadler Room at The Cooper Gallery includes fascinating pictures and photographs of old buildings and their occupants, showing the development of Barnsley over the last 150 years. The exhibition themes of transport, public houses, Peel … Continue reading →

Over the last six months, during a programme that would normally have been as much as three times longer, the Barnsley Museums team, with the support of colleagues across Barnsley Council, were able to develop, design, create the content for … Continue reading →

Here at the Trust, we are always excited at the prospect of helping our friends at Barnsley Museums add to their wonderful collections. We have recently been able to purchase two interesting items at auction on their behalf. A silver-plated … Continue reading →

This winter will be simply wonderful, and as ever the museums will be bringing you an array of fabulously festive activities to enjoy with loved ones of all ages.  You will discover something different at each one of our five, … Continue reading →

Be transported back in time to a traditional Victorian Christmas as you explore the beautifully decorated Hall. Get a glimpse of Victorian Christmas traditions and how it was celebrated both above and below the stairs. Cannon Hall Museum is a superb … Continue reading →

Barnsley Museums has been awarded £32,000 of National Lottery funding to launch a digital volunteering initiative and break down barriers to heritage. The funding is part of The National Lottery Heritage Fund’s Digital Skills for Heritage initiative, which aims to raise … Continue reading →

We were delighted to see the first fruits appear on our celebration tree at Cannon Hall this weekend.  The golden pears looked beautiful in the winter sun, really catching the light. We also had the first visit by a family who … Continue reading →