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New Items Acquired for the Museum Collection

Posted on 12th January 2022 by admin

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 →

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Fabulous Festive season at Barnsley Museums

Posted on 9th December 2021 by admin

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 →

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Christmas at Cannon Hall

Posted on 9th December 2021 by admin

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 →

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Digital Volunteers Set To Make Big Impact For Barnsley Museums Thanks To National Lottery Funding

Posted on 9th December 2021 by admin

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 →

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First Crop of Pears on the Celebration Tree at Cannon Hall

Posted on 9th December 2021 by admin

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 →

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ARG Funding – Art Commissions – Open Call

Posted on 2nd December 2021 by admin

Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust are seeking proposals from artists based in South Yorkshire for a series of art commissions across Barnsley Museums venues. What is the funding? The programme is funded by the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) … Continue reading →

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Christmas Gift Ideas at Barnsley Museums & Heritage Trust

Posted on 8th November 2021 by admin

Don’t let Christmas shopping leave you stressed! We have gifts available that are a little bit different, and you can order from the comfort of your own home whilst enjoying your favourite festive tipple! Adopt a Harvest Mouse or Owl … Continue reading →

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Barnsley Bright Nights To Storm Into Town Centre This Month

Posted on 8th November 2021 by admin

Barnsley Bright Nights returns this month with a packed line-up of free entertainment and exhibitions taking place between Thursday 25 and Saturday 27 November. Three nights of illuminating events, art installations and activities are taking place between 5pm and 8:30pm … Continue reading →

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Easy Fundraising – Feel Good Shopping

Posted on 6th November 2021 by admin

Please remember to use easy fundraising when you do your Christmas shopping this year. Over 6,000 shops and sites will donate to Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust for FREE when you use easy fundraising to shop with them. You can … Continue reading →

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Where would you hide an elephant?

Posted on 5th November 2021 by admin

In Barnsley’s principal towns of course! You may remember that we wrote about receiving an Arts Council National Lottery Project grant back in July, to enable Elmer the Elephant themed sculptures to be installed in Barnsley’s 6 principal towns.   The … Continue reading →

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