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Be part of Barnsley’s sound and vision

As part of ‘The Joy of Sound and Vision’ project, Barnsley Archives are looking for any footage or recordings relating to the borough or people from Barnsley that may be tucked away. People who would like to get involved can … Continue reading

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Barnsley Museums revise opening hours

Barnsley Museums have revised their opening hours, which will see an overall increase in hours opened. Cannon Hall has new seasonal opening hours, which will see the stunning Georgian Country House remain open to the public longer into the winter … Continue reading

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Exhibition of ground breaking prints by Pablo Picasso soon to arrive at the Cooper Gallery

An exhibition of wonderfully bold and colourful artworks by Pablo Picasso will open at the Cooper Gallery on Saturday 21 January 2017. The Cooper Gallery is one of just three venues across the country to be hosting Picasso Linocuts, an … Continue reading

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Start Christmas in style at Cannon Hall with a reading of a classic festive tale

Start Christmas in style with a reading of a classic Christmas tale at Cannon Hall. A Christmas Carol will be brought to life on Saturday, 26 and Sunday, 27 November in the magical setting of the Georgian Country House ballroom. … Continue reading

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The memory of the Co-op building lives on at Experience Barnsley

One of Barnsley’s most iconic buildings will be remembered at the town’s award winning museum, Experience Barnsley. Island Corner, which meant so much to the people of the borough, holds memories for those who have worshipped, shopped, worked and socialised … Continue reading

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New Barnsley Museums Heritage Patrons announced

Barnsley Museums Heritage Trust is delighted to announce the appointment of Mel Dyke and Joann Fletcher as honorary patrons of the charity. Mel Dyke, a miner’s daughter, was born and lived in Barnsley her whole life. From her 1960’s Consumer … Continue reading

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Experience Barnsley honours those who fell in the First World War in emotional new exhibition

An emotional new exhibition will arrive at Experience Barnsley on Wednesday 24 August. On display until Sunday 20 November, Stories of the Somme, marks the Centenary of the First World War. It tells the story of the bloodiest battle in … Continue reading

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Barnsley Museums secure over £70,000 worth of funding

Barnsley Museums have secured funding of £79,200 from Arts Council England to help develop their charitable organisation. Barnsley Museum Heritage Trust supports the work of Barnsley Museums and has an active role in fundraising for the five sites which include; … Continue reading

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Barnsley College announced as founding Joseph Locke Member

Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust are proud to announce Barnsley College as the first founding Joseph Locke partner. The launch of the Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust took place in February and since then the Trust has gathered pace and … Continue reading

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Launch event was a great success

Last night the trustees welcomed a museum bursting full of people to celebrate the launch of Barnsley Museums & Heritage Trust. Mr Joseph Locke gathered the crowds at Experience Barnsley with a roaring welcome speech and a moving tribute to … Continue reading

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