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If you have been walking in the parkland at Wentworth Castle Gardens, you may well have noticed or even walked past an obelisk, known as the Queen Anne monument.   Thomas Wentworth, Earl of Strafford, was a loyal supporter of Queen … Continue reading →

Cannon Hall Museum will become the backdrop to a movie set with the arrival of its new exhibition. ‘Costume from the Classics’ will open at the Museum, the set is a Georgian Country House, on Friday, 24 May and run … Continue reading →

The world’s oldest steam engine that remains where originally built is ready to celebrate a special anniversary this year, thanks to local volunteers. The Newcomen Beam Engine, the oldest steam engine in the world still in its original location, is … Continue reading →

Here is another update from Paul Stebbing, Archives and Local Studies Manager, about the conservation of the minute books of the former Brierley Parish Council. “During 2023 we continued to have repair work done on the minute books of the … Continue reading →

Barnsley Council are on a mission to find out what culture means to the people of the borough.   Culture is not just about arts and heritage, it’s about everything that makes us who we are and connects us to our … Continue reading →

A joint project by Barnsley Museums and Heritage Doncaster has received generous funding from the Association of Independent Museums Connected Communities fund.  The project will offer free arts and heritage activities for older people who are lonely or isolated in … Continue reading →

Check out the latest “What’s On” guide highlighting what’s going on from May to August 2024 across the Barnsley borough. Don’t miss out on the wide variety of activities happening across our five museum sites including: Download the May – August 2024 … Continue reading →

The World of Brian Wildsmith: a new exhibition of art and illustrations will enchant children and parents alike. World-renowned children’s book author and illustrator Brian Wildsmith will be celebrated through a season of exhibitions spanning two of Barnsley Museums fantastic … Continue reading →