Tag: Heritage
The Forgery Crossroads: Spot a Fake
A fascinating glimpse into the world of one of the most significant and dynamic characters in Gothic architecture, antiquary and forgery in the UK. Can you spot a fake? George […]
Read moreArchives Display: 35 Years of Peshkar
Learn about the early years of one of Oldham’s Arts organisations in this display at Oldham Archives.
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Headliners: Revealing Real Life Through the Oldham Chronicle
Oldham Archives has been awarded an Archives Revealed Cataloguing Grant – find out more about the project.
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Two Up, Two Down
Two Up, Two Down Join us for a unique, interactive day of Oldham-themed live performances and craft activities for families, hosted by local charity Pennine Mencap.
Read moreCelebrate Everyday Histories with Oldham Histories Festival 2026
We’re celebrating Everyday Histories during Oldham Histories Festival 2026 – find out more here!
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Gallery Talk: Art Store Guided Tour
Peek behind the scenes in the Gallery Oldham Art Store and explore hidden gems from the collection.
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Join us for our Open Day at Oldham Archives!
Find out more about the Oldham Archives Open Day on 27 September.
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Join us for Oldham Histories Festival 2025
Find out more about what’s happening for Oldham Histories Festival in 2025.
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World Microscope Day: Part 2
In the 1800s, the United Kingdom, especially the northwest of England, experienced a surge in the establishment of scientific groups. Many Microscopical and Natural History Groups formed during this time. […]
Read moreWorld Microscope Day 2025: Part 1
To celebrate microscopy’s amazing impact in our world, April 13th is World Microscope Day. In this post, Gallery Oldham volunteer Jasmine introduces us to the history of miscroscopy. It is 400 […]
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175: Sir John Lubbock and his pet wasp
To celebrate 175 years of the borough of Oldham we’re sharing guest blogs linked to items on display. Jo Haigh shares her discoveries about Sir John Lubbock and his pet wasp.
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