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John Ledger’s “Straight A’s” Exhibition Opens at Cooper Gallery
A new exhibition, “Straight A’s”, by local artist John Ledger, opens at the Cooper Gallery from Saturday 17 January to Saturday 11 April 2026. It will offer visitors a powerful and honest insight into mental health, drawing on Ledger’s own life experiences through his acclaimed large-scale drawings, video, and sculpture.
New exhibitions exploring mental health open at The Cooper Gallery
Just Us are proud to announce their new exhibition ‘Expressing the Walls in My Mind’, created in collaboration with young people, artist Tony Wade, and with support from Barnsley Civic.
Experience Barnsley Museum and Discovery Centre wins Family Friendly Museum Award 2025
Experience Barnsley Museum and Discovery Centre has received national recognition for its exceptional work welcoming children and families.
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100 years of remembrance - Barnsley's War Memorial