Rose Brothers & Co History: Part One
The Industrial revolution speeded up the creation of many inspiring and innovative patents that changed the world that we live in today. The first of many developments that changed the world was Thomas Newcomen’s invention of the beam engine the first-ever practical steam engine invented. William Rose born in Gainsborough
Townscape Heritage Initiative makes progress in Gainsborough
Work has begun this year to restore the ‘historic heart of Gainsborough’ with thanks to a grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Last year, West Lindsey District Council was successful in being awarded a £1.25 million grant that will be invested as part of a major project to restore
Demolished Streets: Part One
On behalf of the team at the Gainsborough Heritage Centre, I would like to wish all of our supporters, volunteers and members a happy new year. Due to recent lockdown guidelines, the Heritage Centre will be remaining closed for now. However, in a recent update from the Chairman of the
Objects from the Archives
In the Association’s last blog post we shared some photos of objects from the archives and invited you to solve the mystery! Here are the answers and some more information below. Bed Warmer A bed warmer or warming pan was a common household item in countries with cold winters, especially
Can you solve the mystery?
Rosemary Speck the Archives Officer at the Gainsborough Heritage Association has found some items from the collection for us to identify. See if you can work out what all the items are below and watch out for the next blog for the answers and more information!