Author Archives: Alex

During the first two weeks of August, the Barnsley Museums Learning team piloted two summer clubs commissioned by the BMBC Communities Commissioning team through DFE Funding. The first week took place at Worsbrough Mill and the second at Elsecar Heritage … Continue reading →

With this year marking the centenary of the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922, Barnsley is set to celebrate with a unique exhibition. TUT’22: the Life of Tutankhamun will open at Experience Barnsley this month to reveal why … Continue reading →

A colourful new display has recently opened at the De Morgan Museum at Cannon Hall following a major refurbishment. The galleries have reopened with a whole host of new artwork for visitors to see. The work included explores key issues … Continue reading →

An exciting new immersive exhibition which celebrates art and science opens at Barnsley’s Cooper Gallery and The Glass Works Digital Space this October. The Brains in a Dish exhibition, which runs from October 15 2022 to January 14 2023, presents … Continue reading →

Barnsley Archives and Local Studies are winners of the Archives and Records Association ‘Record Keeping Service’ of the year award 2022. The National award recognises the achievements by an archive, conservation or records management service over the last eighteen months. … Continue reading →

An Audience with Graham Ibbeson and Paul Thwaites  8th September 6pm – 9pm To celebrate their latest exhibition ‘High Noon to Midnight,’ come along for an evening of conversation, poetry and laughter.  Hosted by our great friend and Trustee, Ian … Continue reading →

The Heritage Open Days event sees many heritage sites throw open their doors to all to visit for free, often including areas that are not usually open to the public. There are some fabulous events across the Borough between 9th and … Continue reading →

Tickets are on sale for a poetry performance with a difference… Poet Laureate, Simon Armitage, and the band LYR will be premiering a performance of a new an exclusive collection of poems and lyrics titled ‘Barnsley – An Unnatural History’ This … Continue reading →

Celebrate Cannon Hall’s world-renowned pear collection on this family fun day packed with FREE activities on September 25th 11am to 3pm.  Meet the cook in the Victorian Kitchens as she cooks up a storm with pears galore. Hunt for the … Continue reading →

A whole host of new artwork is on display in Worsbrough Mill Country Park, enhancing the already stunning surroundings as well as offering opportunities to relax. The new artwork includes two new benches, a selection of willow art and floral … Continue reading →