Talk: 120 years - From Carnegie library to local museum

In 1905 the building that is now Pontefract Museum opened to the public as a Carnegie library.
Join us for an illustrated talk and learn about how Pontefract Museum has changed in the 120 years since the building opened.
See some of the earliest objects collected by the museum, plus intriguing archive images, drawings and photographs.

Timings & Tours

Friday 19 September:

14:00-15:00

Location & directions

Pontefract Museum, Salter Row, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 1BA

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Tickets are free but places are limited. Please book a ticket online in advance.

Booking website:

https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/wakefield-museums-castles

Accessibility details

The talk will take place on the ground floor of the museum with level access throughout. The nearest Blue Badge parking is near the rear of the museum accessed via Stuart Road. Further access information can be found on our website at www.wakefield.gov.uk/museums-and-castles/pontefract-museum

Additional information

Pontefract Museum is a beautiful art nouveau building right in the centre of Pontefract where you can find out more about the rich history of the town and Castle Highlights include the Ackworth Hoard found buried in a garden in Wakefield, Britain’s first ever ballot box, and the history of liquorice in Pontefract.

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