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New electric bikes deliver zero carbon transport to museum sites
A fleet of E-Cargo Bikes have been delivered to Worsbrough Mill and Country Park, Cannon Hall, and Elsecar Heritage Centre.
Accessible Christmas activities at Cannon Hall Museum
Cannon Hall Museum will host accessible Christmas sessions for families to enjoy during the festive season.
Community Toy Swap to help with the cost of Christmas
The National Trust and Barnsley Museums are hosting a Community Toy Swap to help people with the cost of Christmas.
Barnsley Museums@ The Glassworks is a hit on the high street
Barnsley Museums’ twelve-month residency at The Glass Works comes to an end this December, with the project being hailed as a huge hit with residents and visitors.
Culture in Barnsley boosted by significant Art Council funding
Barnsley Museums and Barnsley Libraries have received a significant amount of funding to support cultural activities across the borough. They have both secured their places as a National Portfolio Organisation for 2023 – 26.
Brick by Brick , A 20-21 Visual Arts Centre Touring Exhibition, International LEGO® Brick Art Opens at Barnsley Museums Gallery@The Glass Works
The Brick by Brick exhibition gathers the work of 18 artists, designers and photographers from around the world who use LEGO® bricks as their medium or inspiration.
Charlie Murphy: Brains in a Dish – Creative Responses to Cutting-edge Dementia Research
An exciting new immersive exhibition which celebrates art and science opens at Barnsley’s Cooper Gallery and Glass Works Digital Space this October.
Barnsley Museums Shortlisted for a Fantastic for Families Awards
Family Arts Campaign have announced those who have made an outstanding contribution to family and age friendly arts and culture in 2021-22. Barnsley Museums are pleased to announce that they have been shortlisted for a Fantastic for Families Award.
Barnsley Archives win National Award
Barnsley Archives and Local Studies are winners of the Archives and Records Association ‘Record Keeping Service’ of the year award 2022.