Poster exhibitions celebrate LGBT history in town
A POSTER exhibition celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans history is to go on display at two Warrington libraries.
Browsing: Local History
Wanted – memories of Warrington’s wire industries
PEOPLE with a story to tell about Warrington’s proud wire heritage are needed to be part of a new cultural and heritage project.
Remembering Viola Beach four years on from one of saddest days in Warrington’s history
FOUR years ago today marked one of the saddest days in Warrington’s history when the band members of Viola Beach and their manager tragically died following an accident while on tour in Sweden.
Town’s history can be seen – under your feet!
A GLIMPSE of Warrington’s historic past can now be seen beneath library users’ feet – thanks to a new large floor map installed by LiveWire and Culture Warrington.
Celebrating the history of Warrington’s museum and library
THE history of one of Warrington’s most prominent town centre buildings is being celebrated ahead of plans for a rejuvenation.
A fascinating A to Z of Warrington over the years
JANICE Hayes, that indefatigable chronicler of Warrington’s history has again been delving into the archives to produce another fascinating collection of facts and figures about the town.
Displays that give a rare insight into town’s history
TWO displays running at Warrington Museum and Art Gallery are giving residents a rare insight into the town’s history.
Civic Sunday celebrates Golden Anniversary of Hilden town twinning
A 50-year friendship was celebrated at this year’s annual Civic Sunday Service with the Mayor delighted to welcome the Burgermeister of Hilden to Warrington.
Lady guests help create history at Gentlemens’ Book Society
A little bit of history was created when Warrington Gentlemens’ Book Society held their 176th annual dinner at Statham Lodge Hotel, Lymm – with two lady guests attending for the first time ever.
Janice celebrates 40 years of charting the town’s history
ONE of Warrington’s best-known ambassadors is celebrating 40 years of working at the town’s museum.