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View article Queen Victoria and her relationship with Hull showcased at new exhibition

Queen Victoria and her relationship with Hull showcased at new exhibition

Queen Victoria’s own Jewel-Cabinet will visit the city as part of a new exhibition at the Ferens Art Gallery. The exhibition is part of an ongoing partnership with Royal Collection Trust, which was generously lent by the late her majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Previously commissioned for 2020 before the pandemic, this revived exhibition will take […]

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View article Hull exhibition inspires next generation of women in Rugby League

Hull exhibition inspires next generation of women in Rugby League

‘Life with the Lionesses’, a heritage project which aims to raise awareness of the incredible role models who pioneered Women’s International Rugby League, will be staging an exhibition at Hull History Centre on Worship Street from tomorrow (Thursday 6) to Thursday 13 October. There will also be a chance to meet several former Rugby League […]

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View article New photography exhibition explores history of Sierra Leone during World War Two

New photography exhibition explores history of Sierra Leone during World War Two

A free photography exhibition examining the shared homelands of British service personnel and Sierra Leonian people during the upheaval of the Second World War opens at the Streetlife Museum on Saturday 1 October. The exhibition is taking place during Black History Month, which is observed every October. Wartime photography by Corporal Fred Birden has been […]

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View article Black History Month in Hull

Black History Month in Hull

October is Black History Month and Hull is marking the occasion with a variety of public events across the city. Black History Month is a celebration and commemoration of the continued achievements and contributions of Black people in the UK and around the world. Councillor Mike Ross, Leader of Hull City Council said: “Hull has […]

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View article Rugby League World Cup: Fiji team touch down in UK and are joined by tournament trophies

Rugby League World Cup: Fiji team touch down in UK and are joined by tournament trophies

The Defence School of Transport (Normandy Barracks) played a new role today (Thursday 29 September) as it welcomed the Rugby League World Cup trophies, alongside the international Fiji team, who are using the barracks as a training camp ahead of the competition. The trophies are in the region as part of the National Lottery Trophies […]

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View article Emerging artists from all over the UK celebrated in Hull showcase

Emerging artists from all over the UK celebrated in Hull showcase

A new exhibition celebrating emerging and early career artists has opened across Humber Street Gallery and Ferens Art Gallery in Hull. Bloomberg New Contemporaries 2022 features 48 emerging talents selected from an open submission by internationally-renowned artists James Richards, Veronica Ryan and Zadie Xa. Established in 1949, New Contemporaries gives visibility, recognition and support tothe […]

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View article Celebrating the community dig at South Blockhouse

Celebrating the community dig at South Blockhouse

After a successful summer dig, which has revealed more of the remains of Hull’s South Blockhouse than at any point in the last 150 years, the project draws to an end with a celebratory open day on Saturday 24 September – marking the end of the largest community archaeology exaction seen in the city for […]

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View article 5 places you should explore on Heritage Open Days 2022

5 places you should explore on Heritage Open Days 2022

Heritage Open Days 2022 returns this weekend to give communities a chance to explore the local treasures on their doorstep. Every year, the festival reflects the rich cultural heritage of England and works with local organisations and individuals within the city. Want to learn more about some of Hull’s most historic landmarks? Here’s five places […]

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View article What’s On in Hull – September 2022

What’s On in Hull – September 2022

World-class culture, a journey to far-away galaxies, and the UK’s largest heritage festival. Take a look at our highlights of what’s on in Hull this September. Freedom Festival Multiple Venues, Until 4 Sep 2022, various times After launching its 2022 programme, Hull’s spectacular arts festival concludes this weekend with even more jaw-dropping performances from world […]

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View article Freedom Festival 2022: Everything you need to know

Freedom Festival 2022: Everything you need to know

Hull’s long-running arts extravaganza, Freedom Festival, starts this weekend with more thought-provoking and entertaining performances for everyone to enjoy. Named after the city’s association with William Wilberforce and the end of the slave trade, the festival showcases the best art and culture from all over the world, featuring a variety of performances and spectacular large-scale […]

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