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New Barnsley Archives Accessible On-line
Thousands of records relating to Barnsley people can be accessed online through an exciting partnership with Ancestry.
Historical documents from Gawber Primary School are now available to view in Barnsley Archives.
Barnsley Archives and Local Studies, based in Barnsley Town Hall and part of Experience Barnsley Museum, has added fascinating documents relating to Gawber Primary School to their collections.
New Opening Hours for Barnsley Archives and Local Studies
Barnsley Archives and Local Studies, based in Barnsley Town Hall and part of Barnsley Museums, have new opening times.
Experience Barnsley Museum welcomes you to discover the Chamber of Treasures
A new room has been created in Experience Barnsley Museum featuring a small interactive gallery, displaying stories of the town's people and places through objects and archaeology.
Barnsley goes wild for Brian Wildsmith
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 free attractions.
Experience Barnsley Museum is looking for Britain’s Best Tolkien Memorabilia
Experience Barnsley Museum is currently hosting the ‘Magic of Middle-earth’, an exhibition which celebrates the genius of J.R.R. Tolkien.
Experience Barnsley hosts Community Toy Swap to help with the cost of Christmas
Experience Barnsley Museums is hosting a Community Toy Swap to help people with the cost of Christmas.
Award winning artwork reinstalled
A stunning piece of artwork commemorating the 300 Barnsley men who lost their lives on the first day of the Battle of the Somme has been repaired and reinstalled in Churchfield Peace Gardens.
JOURNEY TO MAGICAL MIDDLE-EARTH WITH EXCITING NEW TOLKIEN INSPIRED EXHIBITION
Museum visitors in Barnsley will be transported to a magical world later this month which promises dragons, elves, and haunting soundscapes.