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bringing history and heritage to life in Kirklees
Summer/Autumn 2008

This newsletter is produced twice a year by the Kirklees Museums and Galleries and is designed to put you in touch with your local heritage. The special features, details of events, exhibitions and history listings, along with contacts for local groups will all enable you to discover the 'History on your Doorstep.'

Ay up - It's Yorkshire Day
Image showing the game of Knurr & Spell from Goerge Walker's book Did you know that the county of Yorkshire has its own special day which is celebrated every year on 1st August?
Ay up - It's Yorkshire Day - full story
From Inn to Museum
An ancestral family home has been launched as a Museum this springtime in Kirklees.
From Inn to Museum - full story
Kirklees Museums and Galleries
In addition to managing museums, historic houses and art galleries, Kirklees Museums and Galleries promotes events, activities and exhibitions. Partnerships with schools, local community organisations and individuals are important ways in which the service is able to foster an interest in the local heritage to a wider community.

Kirklees Museums and Galleries, The Stables, Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Huddersfield HD5 8DJ
Email: community.history.service@kirklees.gov.uk
Tel: 01484 223800
Web: www.kirklees.gov.uk/museums
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