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View article Exhibition explores heritage and traditions of Hull refugees

Exhibition explores heritage and traditions of Hull refugees

A community of refugees are sharing their cultural heritage and traditions in a new exhibition. Hull’s Banyamulenge community fled conflict in Democratic Republic of Congo eight years ago. Their exhibition, Minority Voice, is on display at Hull History Centre until January 18. The exhibition includes examples and photographs of art and artefacts, and video footage […]

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View article 4 free Christmas markets in Hull (and one in Beverley) this weekend

4 free Christmas markets in Hull (and one in Beverley) this weekend

Advent calendars have been broken into (and perhaps entirely scoffed in some households …) yet many in Hull will again have left their Christmas shopping until just weeks before Christmas. Put it off no longer! Head out this weekend with pockets filled with gold and snap up fantastic festive gifts from some cracking Christmas markets […]

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View article 5 things to do in Hull this weekend

5 things to do in Hull this weekend

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Hull as festive fun, markets and pantomimes are already dominating diaries for families in the city. This weekend, we have circled a Christmas market, a chance to see a classic fairytale and a musical masterpiece in our calendars. Here are 5 things to do in Hull […]

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View article Free festive fun at Hull museums this weekend

Free festive fun at Hull museums this weekend

Hull’s Museums Quarter staff are urging people in the city to get festive this weekend. The city’s Streetlife, Wilberforce House and Hull and East Riding Museums in the Old Town are starting the Christmas celebrations on Saturday 30 November from 10am to 4pm. And festive activities at the Hands on History Museum will take place […]

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View article First look at Ferens exhibition showcasing talented young artists

First look at Ferens exhibition showcasing talented young artists

Artists aged 15 and under are having their work displayed at one of the region’s most prestigious galleries. The annual Junior Open at Ferens Art Gallery opens on Saturday, where the children’s work will be showcased alongside the renowned Ferens permanent collection. The exhibition will run until 26 January. Councillor Marjorie Brabazon, chair of Hull […]

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View article Tens of thousands see Sistine Chapel exhibition at Hull Minster

Tens of thousands see Sistine Chapel exhibition at Hull Minster

An exhibition showcasing the wonders of the Sistine Chapel has attracted 35,000 people to Hull Minster. The Michelangelo – A Different View exhibition drew visitors from far and wide during its 42-day run at the magnificent, 700-year-old church. The exhibition gave visitors the chance to admire more than 50 detailed reproductions of Renaissance master Michelangelo’s […]

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View article 5 FREE things to do in the Hull area this weekend

5 FREE things to do in the Hull area this weekend

Christmas is getting close and purses are tightening as salaries are spent on gifts for friends and loved ones. It means few can afford to be splashing cash on weekend plans when costly festive fun is just around the corner. So who is up for some awesome activities in Hull and the surrounding area that […]

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