As the nights draw in, and temperatures plummet, the woolly jumpers and warm coats come back out of the wardrobe, but if you have a passion for winter fashion, why not head to Bankfield Museum’s latest exhibition. Bankfield Museum in Halifax is raiding Calderdale Museums’ extensive historical costume collection to display how fashionable folk in… read more … about Fashion for freezing forecasts>>
A talk at the Central Library, Halifax, will give people an insight into life in Calderdale during the First World War, as part of the Council’s continued work to mark the centenary of its outbreak. The latest of the series of World War One lunchtime talks takes place on Remembrance Day, Tuesday 11 November, at… read more … about Remembrance Day talk at Central Library>>
The Shibden Estate is getting in the Christmas spirit, by opening its doors for a Christmas Food and Craft Fair on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 November. There will be a variety of stalls over the weekend, offering a wide range of products from delicious homemade cakes, chutneys and jams to beautiful selections of jewellery,… read more … about Get ready for Christmas at Shibden>>
As part of Calderdale’s First World War centenary events, Bankfield Museum is hosting a First World War conference, giving a glimpse of life in Calderdale one hundred years ago. On Monday 27 October from 10am until 4pm, the Museum will host this fascinating event, the first of its kind in Calderdale, which looks to shed… read more … about Discovering Calderdale’s First World War history>>
Finding something to do with the kids over the half term holidays isn’t easy, especially when the weather is so changeable, but Bankfield Museum in Halifax has plenty on offer whatever the weather. On Saturday 25 October the Museum is hosting a free First World War themed family day, with activities, craft and live performance…. read more … about Half term activities at Bankfield Museum>>
Art lovers in Calderdale have the chance to view a stunning array of artwork in the latest exhibition at Bankfield Museum, Halifax. The fourth annual Calderdale Open Art exhibition runs from Saturday 4 October 2014, and will feature a selection of drawings, paintings, prints, photographs and textiles by professional and amateur artists from across the… read more … about Putting locals at the ‘art of exhibition>>
Last weekend over 1,500 people took a behind-the-scenes peek at Calderdale Council’s museums, Town Halls and other fascinating buildings, as they opened their doors during Heritage Open Days and the Halifax Festival. Feedback from visitors was brilliant as they explored buildings includingHalifax Town Hall, Heptonstall Museum, Todmorden Town Hall, Clay House, Bankfield Museum and Shibden… read more … about Visitors step back in time>>
Libraries in Calderdale are continuing commemorations for the centenary of the First World War, with events and displays highlighting different aspects of the War and life in Calderdale one hundred years ago. As part of this, the Central Library in Halifax is hosting the second in the series of World War One free lunchtime talks,… read more … about Expert to give talk on First World War>>
The First World War affected cities, towns and villages all over the country, and Calderdale is no exception. Many people who were not in active service found new ways to help the war effort, and many buildings were used for different purposes. There are sites all over Calderdale that played a key part in World… read more … about Spring Hall in the First World War>>
