Gainsborough Heritage Association Awarded Accreditation Accolade
The Gainsborough Heritage Association is pleased and proud to announce its recent achievement of Museum Accreditation status through the Arts Council Museum Accreditation Scheme. This is an honour for the volunteers at the Gainsborough Heritage Centre who in October 2024 celebrated the thirtieth anniversary of the Gainsborough Heritage Association. The
Gainsborough’s VE Day Story
The 8 May 1945 is a date ingrained in the memories and generations of people, a day of many emotions including relief, sadness and joy. Across the country, people rejoiced and celebrated the news that Germany had finally surrendered, marking the end to the Second World War. However, it must
Marshall Sons & Co, the Tractor Market Story
Farming has played an important role in Lincolnshire’s economy for centuries. By 1821, nearly 60% of families within the county worked in agriculture in some way and by 1850, the percentage of Lincolnshire’s adult population engaged in agriculture was the third highest in England. Agriculture started with the practice of
30th Anniversary Celebrations
The Gainsborough Heritage Association has been excited to celebrate its 30th anniversary this year. Celebrations included a special event for dignitaries and volunteers to enjoy and reminisce on the hard work achieved over many years to build and develop a thriving Heritage Centre. Offering free entry to everyone the Centre
Gainsborough Heritage Association Celebrates its Thirtieth Anniversary!
The Gainsborough and District Heritage Association is celebrating it’s thirtieth anniversary this year. We would like to thank the volunteers who have worked tirelessly during the last 30 years to create a museum for Gainsborough with a fantastic archive, collection and displays of Gainsborough’s heritage. The story began with a four-day