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Exclusive Graham Ibbeson Exhibition Arrives @ The Glass Works

Opening in The Gallery @TheGlassworks is an exclusive new Graham Ibbeson Exhibition, showcasing iconic sculptures created by the Barnsley born artist. Casting Characters: The worlds of Graham Ibbeson is free to enter and runs from Saturday 26 March until Sunday … Continue reading

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Co-Op’s History Celebrated Through Online Exhibition

From its opening in 1861, the Barnsley British Co-Operative society had a massive impact on the town.  Providing many happy memories for shoppers and workers, it was more than just a local store. To celebrate the institution, Barnsley Archives and … Continue reading

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Easter Activities @ The Barnsley Museums

Looking for something to do during the Easter holidays, check out these fabulous activities at the Barnsley Museums sites. Clay Play Victorian Easter Experience Wonderland Trail Make a Racket SENsational Teeny Tiny Travellers Club Perfect Print Penny’s Sculpture Quest Marvellous … Continue reading

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ARG Funding – Art Commissions – Open Call

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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New Developments at Worsbrough Mill

Have you been to the new shop and visitor space at Worsbrough Mill yet? Earlier this year the Mill received a grant from the Culture Recovery Fund which has made important developments to the site possible. The money was used … Continue reading

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Jan van Huysum Visits 15th-19th June

We have some very special news… Image: Jan van Huysum ‘Flowers in a Terracotta Vase’ (1736-7), The National Gallery London Barnsley Markets will host the National Galleries latest touring exhibition –  Jan van Huysum Visits -which will see Van Huysum’s … Continue reading

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An action-packed year at Barnsley Museums

This year is set to be action-packed at Barnsley Museums with something for everyone to enjoy, including a variety of exhibitions, events, workshops, talks and film screenings. Pick up a What’s on Guide at one of Barnsley Museums’ five heritage … Continue reading

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Discovering nature at Worsbrough Country Park

We are pleased to announce that new learning resources are being developed to encourage families to go outdoors and connect to nature at Worsbrough Mill & Country Park in Barnsley. The park has received funding to develop several free learning … Continue reading

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Transforming Cannon Hall Park

If you’ve visited Cannon Hall recently you will have noticed that the work on the three million pound transformation of the outside space is well underway. Contractor Ebsford Environmental is carefully desilting the park’s historical Georgian lakes to further improve the water quality and … Continue reading

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Summer of fun at Barnsley Museums

What better way to enjoy the brighter weather than with a trip to one of Barnsley Museums’ five fantastic sites? Plan your trip with our What’s On Guide below. As the season changes, bringing the warmer weather, it is the … Continue reading

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