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The memory of the Co-op building lives on at Experience Barnsley
14th December 2016
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 there since it was built in 1804.
Island Corner, which meant so much to the people of the borough, holds memories for those who have worshipped, shopped, worked and socialised there since it was built in 1804.
New Barnsley Museums Heritage Patrons announced
16th September 2016
Barnsley Museums Heritage Trust is delighted to announce the appointment of Mel Dyke and Joann Fletcher as honorary patrons of the charity.
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.
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 College announced as founding Joseph Locke Member
7th April 2016
Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust are proud to announce Barnsley College as the first founding Joseph Locke partner.
Launch event was a great success
19th February 2016
Mr Joseph Locke gathered the crowds at Experience Barnsley with a roaring welcome speech and a moving tribute to the town’s historical wealth: “But when we talk of history we must not only think of that which has passed away; no, we must think instead of what has been before and how this has laid the foundations for what is to come.”
Barnsley Museums & Heritage Trust Launches
18th February 2016
It is hoped that local people and businesses will support the Trust in their aims. By doing so they will help elevate Barnsley’s museums and galleries, making them even more enjoyable for people and communities.
How your support will help
2nd February 2016
Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust was created to ensure that Cannon Hall, Worsbrough Mill, Cooper Gallery, Elsecar Heritage Centre and Experience Barnsley are each able to continue their vital work for the community.
Museum asks for the support of the local community to commemorate the Battle of the Somme
19th January 2016
Experience Barnsley would like to see any objects relating the battle of the Somme that local residents may have.
You are invited to Meet the Harveys
Experience Barnsley will be revealing more about one of the town’s most influential and generous families at their new exhibition, Meet the Harveys.
