What's On

Coming Home: The Life of Brian Wildsmith

Experience Barnsley

Coming Home: The Life of Brian Wildsmith

World-renowned children’s book author and illustrator Brian Wildsmith will be celebrated through two new exhibitions at The Cooper Gallery and Experience Barnsley Museum.

Trailblazers and Road Runners

Experience Barnsley

Trailblazers and Road Runners

There will be a new display and photography wall at Experience Barnsley Museum that celebrates the history of running in Barnsley.

Butterflies Dementia Support

Experience Barnsley

Butterflies Dementia Support

Takes place most Thursday. Are you or a loved one affected by Dementia? Experience Barnsley are proud to host Butterflies Dementia Support who provide a weekly afternoon of conversation, arts and games tailored to people affected by memory loss.

Film premiere: The Barnsley Carol - Arthur Godfrey (Fusion Festival of Joy)

ONLINE

Film premiere: The Barnsley Carol - Arthur Godfrey (Fusion Festival of Joy)

As part of the Fusion Festival of Joy we are making a video to share the story of Arthur Godfrey and the Barnsley Christmas Eve Carol. This new short film will include lots of young people and local heritage groups. Its a Barnsley carol for the people of Barnsley by the people of Barnsley.

Relaxed Opening - 25 January

Experience Barnsley: Museum & Discovery Centre

Relaxed Opening - 25 January

Come along to our relaxed openings, which are designed for visitors who would prefer a quieter experience in the museum.

Exhibition: Stories of Childhood

Experience Barnsley Museum

Exhibition: Stories of Childhood

Explore, reminisce and play! From christenings to cricket, samplers to school hats, toys and teddies, discover over a hundred years of growing up in Barnsley. 

Relaxed Openings - 22 Mar

Experience Barnsley

Relaxed Openings - 22 Mar

Come along to our relaxed openings, which are designed for visitors who would prefer a quieter experience in the museum.