STRONG MINDED WOMEN LECTURE 8th March, 7.30pm Peterborough Museum Explore the origins of the women’s suffrage movement in the 19th century and some of the key women involved in..
Opening on the 2 March 2013, the exhibition will give a unique opportunity for visitors to see the very best Edwardian Fashion from 1900-1914, on display for the first..
The weather contributed to the overall gloom that seemed to be enveloping Flag Fen in December of 2010. It was a damp, dark afternoon when The Moment visited one..
Every January, Peterborough commemorates one of the most famous names associated with the city, albeit one who never actually lived here. Katharine of Aragon came from Spain to be..
Author and journalist Alison Maloney will be talking about her book Life Below Stairs at Peterborough Central Library on Saturday 4 May, at 2pm. This intriguing book uncovers the real-life experiences and first-hand accounts of what life was really like working in a grand Edwardian house. It explores the sometimes difficult servant-master divide, the trials ..
Now in its 5th year, the Peterborough Heritage Festival will be a unique chance to experience 2,000 years of history. Held in the historic heart of the city centre and the stunning surroundings of the Cathedral precincts, the festival will take place on Saturday 22 – Sunday 23 June. There will also be various fringe ..
Stuart Orme, Heritage Interpretation Manager at Vivacity will be looking further into the tragic story, revealing what really happened on board and the little known connections to Peterborough the incident had. Spaces are limited.. Continue Reading
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The talk, entitled Dressing the New Woman, will be held at the Museum on Saturday 27 April at 2pm, and is ideal for any fans of period dramas such as Downton Abbey. The dresses.. Continue Reading
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Park Road has always been one of the most diverse streets in Peterborough. From the Co-op and Alexander Thomson’s furniture store, to the Baptist and Catholic churches, the first public library and museum and.. Continue Reading
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The Gentlemen’s Society was originally created in 1730, 250 years before the current Central Library in Peterborough was built. The society was established as a place for Peterborough men to gather and hear talks.. Continue Reading
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Then join us on Saturday 4 May at the Central Library to welcome journalist and best-selling author Alison Mahoney, as she will be giving a talk on her new book Life Below Stairs: True.. Continue Reading
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From Tuesday 28 May – Sunday 2 June, Flag Fen Archaeology Park’s team of historians will be living in a roundhouse, cooking over an open fire-pit and making everything by hand in a historical.. Continue Reading
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Ideal for families, historical re-enactors will be putting on fascinating combat displays, giving audiences the chance to see various types of gladiators who used to fight for entertainment. Learn more about the weapons and.. Continue Reading
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Most cities like to commemorate their famous sons and daughters, especially those who went on to change the world. But in the case of Sir Frederick Henry Royce, First Baronet of Seaton, OBE, you’ll.. Continue Reading
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Did you know that: It’s against the law to check into a hotel in London under assumed names for the purpose of lovemaking? Under..
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