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Trencherfield Mill Steam Engine // Wigan Pier Quarter, Heritage Way, Wigan, WN3 4EF

Opening Times: Sunday 11:00am & 1:00pm

Open throughout the week by arrangement.

Contact: 01942 828128

Access: Parking, lift, hearing loop, courtesy wheelchairs.

Museum of Wigan Life // (Formerly The History Shop)Library Street, Wigan, WN1 1NU

Opening times: Monday 10:00am - 5:00pmTuesday 10:00am - 5:00pmWednesday ClosedThursday 10:00am - 8:00pmFriday 10:00am - 5:00pmSaturday 11:00am - 3:00pmSunday Closed

Contact: 01942 828128

Fully Accessible.

Wigan & Leigh Local Studies //Leigh Library, Turnpike Centre, Civic Square, Leigh, WN7 1EB

Opening times: Monday 9:00am - 5:00pm (alternate)Tuesday 10:00am - 5:00pmWednesday 9:00am - 5:00pmThursday 9:00am - 7:00pmFriday 9:00am - 3:00pmSaturday 9:30am - 4:00pm (1st & 3rd)

Contact: 01942 404559

Access: Ramp, automatic doors, ground floor, accessible toilet, lift, translation service.If you are not sure where to get started, our Local Studies Officer is on hand to help and Leigh Family History Society are also available between 1:30pm - 3:30pm every Monday.

Wigan Archives Service // Top Floor, Leigh Town Hall, Civic Square, Leigh, WN7 2DY

Opening times: Monday ClosedTuesday 10:00am - 4:30pmWednesday 10:00am - 4:30pmThursday 10:00am - 4:30pmFriday Closed

Saturday & Thursday evening,access to studies within Leigh Library.

Contact: 01942 404430

Turnpike Gallery // Civic Square, Leigh, WN7 1EB

Opening times: Monday 10:00am - 6:00pmTuesday 10:00am - 6:00pmWednesday 10:00am - 6:00pmThursday 10:00am - 6:00pmFriday 10:00am - 6:00pmSaturday 9:30am - 3:30pm

Closed Sundays, Bank Holidays and during exhibition installations.

Contact: 01942 404469

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Welcome to our July - December 2011 events, activities and exhibitions programme… a year of discovery and enjoyment for every age and interest.

What do you want to do? Would you like to create your own displays, research your family tree, visit an art gallery, chat about past times, read our Past Forward magazine, join a dance club, become a volunteer, listen to an expert, watch a drama or dance performance, entertain the children with arts and crafts, hear stories, stretch your legs on one of our walks or see an original LS Lowry painting?

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Did you know...Wigan Pier Theatre Company ran over 240 events last year with several thousand local people joining in drama activities or enjoying them as audience members!

Contents

04 // Special Events06 // Events for Children & Families10 // Exhibitions11 // Regular Events18 // Arts Events20 // Venues

Event Key

Charge Applies Inclusive Activity

Booking Advisable

Family Friendly Activity

We advise to book in advanceto avoid disappointment.

Free of Charge

Cotton, Canal & Cream CakeTrencherfield Mill, Wigan PierWednesday 6th July, 2:00pm - 4:00pmWednesday 3rd August, 2:00pm - 4:00pmWednesday 27th July, 2:00pm - 4:00pmSee the mighty engine in steam then relax and enjoy the scenery on our canal boat cruise, finishing off the afternoon with a delicious cream tea.£6 per person or £10 per couple.

The Big PlantMesnes Park, WiganTuesday 26th July, 11:00am - 3:00pmPlant and play at Mesnes Park while you discover the history of Wigan’s famous Victorian park. You can stay all day, so why not bring a picnic!Suitable for children aged 4-11years.

Pride, Place & Identity: Dancers V PoetsMuseum of Wigan LifeSaturday 6th August, 12:00pm - 2:00pmA community performance of poetry and dance inspired by Wigan’s rich history of dance, music and fashion. For more information or to take part in the project email Louise - The Talent Factory at [email protected] £2.

Heritage Open Days

Thursday 8th - Sunday 11th SeptemberWe will be celebrating Heritage Open Days in Wigan and Leigh this year, following the previous successes of Leigh for All and The Roman March.Look out for banners and leaflets in your local area advertising events and activities marking Heritage Open Days. Information will also be available in the local press and on our website wlct.org/heritage.

Family History For BeginnersLeigh Local Studies, Turnpike Centre, Leigh Friday 30th September, 10:00am - 11:30am Friday 25th November, 10:00am - 11:30amStart your family tree with one of these introductory courses.£3.

Family TreasuresMuseum of Wigan LifeMonday 10th October, 10:30am - 12:00pmDo you have treasured family documents, photographs or artefacts? Do you want to know how to preserve and care for them? Join the Heritage Service Archivist and Collections Officer to find out how.£3.

Turnpike at 40The Turnpike: a look at the role of LibrariesHeritage and the Arts in LeighDerby Room, Turnpike Centre, LeighMonday 31st October, 2:00pm Discover Leigh’s cultural past through local history and archive collections.

Behind the Scenes at the ArchivesWigan Archives Service, LeighFriday 11th November, 11:00am - 12:30pmFriday 9th December, 2:30pm - 4:00pm Introduction to the work of the Archives Service, preserving records, photographs, maps and much more of the borough’s heritage. Includes a chance to handle original records and a behind the scenes tour of the Archive stores. Can accommodate groups.

This is just a taster of the Special Events we will be running in 2011 so check our website and the local press for more events throughout the year.

Special Events

Special Events

Did you know...End to end, there are over 17 miles of records in the Archives; that’s 3 times the height of Everest and more than distance between Leigh and Manchester.

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Our Special Events are suitable for all ages. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Junk ModellingMuseum of Wigan Life 2nd // 9th // 16th // 23rd August, 1:00pm - 2:30pmCan you build a bridge from kitchen rolls? Can you create a piece of art from sweet wrappers? Thinking about our environment and the importance of recycling, join us at the Museum to complete a different junk model challenge each week. Suitable for children aged 4-11 years.

Astley ExplorersAstley Green Colliery Museum, Higher Green Lane, Astley Green, Tyldesley, Lancashire4th // 11th // 18th // 25th August, 10:00am - 2:00pmStalk the wildlife in the ‘jungle’ at Astley Green Colliery, what will you find! Follow the trail, look for clues and solve the colliery riddle. Take part in a craft activity and make something to take home. Suitable for children aged 4-11 years. Bring a picnic.£5 per child, £3 per adult.

Seeds of Change, until 30th AugustDiscover how the Borough’s environment has changed over time. Make a fossil rubbing, play our eco-explorer game and learn about recycling. A fun, interactive exhibition for all the family.

Look out for the Seeds of Change symbol through this leaflet to find related events and activities. Why not join in our Junk Modelling or Big Plant?

We are family friendly, and our events for Children & Families are suitable for a wide age-range (please check recommended ages against individual events).

Super Saturdays!Museum of Wigan LifeMonthly, 11:00am - 2:30pmDiscover all the fun of the Museum! Join us for a Saturday out at the Museum where you will find art and craft activities, quizzes, trails, objects to see and touch and always something special thrown in. Free. Drop-in (some activities may be bookable on the day). Suitable for all ages.

July 23rd: Medieval ManiaOctober 29th: Spooky SaturdayNovember 12th: Wigan at WarDecember 17th: Super Christmas!

We Love to Boogie!Museum of Wigan LifeWednesdays, 11:00am - 12:00pm, 6th // 13th // 20th JulyUnder 5s Dance Class - Mums, dads and carers of all ages - bop along to your favourite tunes and help the little ones have fun in this friendly dance session.£2 per child.

The Big PlantMesnes Park, WiganTuesday 26th July, 11:00am - 3:00pm Plant and play at Mesnes Park while you discover the history of Wigan’s famous Victorian park. You can stay all day, so why not bring a picnic!Suitable for children aged 4-11years.

Events for Children & Families

Events for Children & Families

Did you know...According to the Leigh journal, Charlie Chaplin visited Golborne to learn clog dancing!

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The Museum is accessible for buggies and baby changing facilities are available on the ground floor. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Design Your Own T-Shirt The Wigan Archives, Leigh Town Hall5th // 12th // 19th // 26th August, 10:30am - 12:00pm Are you a budding fashion designer? Get some inspiration at Leigh Town Hall then design and print your own t-shirt to take home and wear all summer! Suitable for children aged 4-11 years.£2.50 per child.

August Bank Holiday Family Fun DayThe Museum of Wigan LifeMonday 29th August 11:00am - 3:00pmPlease contact us for more information.

Uncover your TreeLeigh Local Studies, Turnpike Centre, LeighMonday 24th October, 1:00pm - 2:30pmUncover your family tree. Suitable for children aged 8 upwards.

What A Picture!Museum of Wigan Life 25th // 27th October, 1:00pm - 2:30pmSay cheese… Dress up and have your photograph taken just like a Victorian. Then make a mount for your photograph so you can hang it on the wall at home. Suitable for children aged 4-11 years.£2.50 per child.

Homework HelpMuseum of Wigan Life Thursday evenings, Saturdays & school holidays (check opening times)We recommend phoning ahead so that we can prepare the resources for your Homework Help visit.

Did you know...The proud residents of Higher Folds designed and made their own mosaic shield to welcome residents and visitors to their community!

Come and join in!

Acting Drama gamesImaginationScriptsImprovisationVoiceMovement Storytelling

Regular term-time drama workshops with professional actors at the following venues:

TuesdaysHawkley Hall High School, Carr Lane, Wigan WN3 5NYAges 8 to 11 6:30pm - 7:30pmAges 12 to 15 7:30pm - 9:00pm

WednesdaysStandish Community High School, Kenyon Road, Standish WN6 0NXAges 12 to 15 7:30pm - 9:00pm

FridaysHindley Sports Centre, Borsdane Avenue, Hindley WN2 4LGAges 8 to 11 4:30pm - 5:30pmAges 12 to 15 5:30pm - 7:00pm

SaturdaysMuseum of Wigan Life, Library Street, Wigan WN1 1NUFor age groups and times, please check with Martin.

For a registration form or further information, please contact:Martin Green, Development OfficerTelephone: 01942 828226E-mail: [email protected]: www.wlct.org/wptc

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Regular Activities

Permanent Exhibition

‘Our Borough’Museum of Wigan Life

Come and discover ‘Our Wigan’, the permanent exhibition at the Museum of Wigan Life. Find out about the Borough’s heritage including food, sport, customs, the war and the achievements of people from the Borough. Come along and tell us what your Wigan is!

Museum of Wigan Life

Seeds of Change, until 30th AugustDiscover how the Borough’s environment has changed over time. Make a fossil rubbing, play our eco-explorer game and learn about recycling. A fun, interactive exhibition for all the family.

Look out for the Seeds of Change symbol through this leaflet to find related events and activities. Why not join in our Junk Modelling or Big Plant?

What a Picture! 16 September 2011 - January 2012Why use 100 words when one picture will do? Come and see the borough in pictures. In association with the Wigan Photographic Society and YOU!

Look out for the Camera symbol through this leaflet to find related events and activities. Drop-in to one of Wigan Photographic Society’s Camera Clinics or come along to our Shooting the Past walk.

Presenting… Museum of Wigan Life.There will be changing displays throughout the year in the Local Studies area. This will include the ‘Something New’ display showcasing objects recently donated to the museum.

Exhibitions

Temporary Exhibitions

Did you know...The Museum collection contains instruments called ‘serpents’. When played they are said to sound like the ‘mooing of an Essex Calf’!

Exhibitions at the Museum of Wigan LifeWigan Heritage Service wants to work with you! Do you have an idea for an exhibition or display where you live? Do you have an event or venue where it could take place? Get in touch for details of current outreach exhibitions across the borough.

Museum Tours

Museum of Wigan Life

We are delighted to offer a range of different tours to ensure you get the most out of your visit to us…

Museum Highlights TourThursday 8 September 11:30am // Saturday 19th November 11:30am // Thursday 15th December 6:30pmFind out more about your museum and the precious objects on display.All tours last half an hour.

Highlights Tour for People with Visual ImpairmentsDate and time TBCA themed, accessible Museum tour which includes object handling.Call 01942 827594 for more information.

BSL ToursTours in British Sign Language can be arranged on request. Call 01942 827594 for more information.

Outreach Exhibitions

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History Chat

Chat and make friends… Our drop-in History Chat sessions give people the opportunity to informally get together and talk about past times in a friendly environment.

Wigan History ChatMuseum of Wigan Life Thursdays, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Leigh History ChatWigan & Leigh Local Studies Leigh Library / The Archives, Leigh Town HallLast Wednesday of the month, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

July 27th: The Archives. Medieval Mania.August: NO MEETING.September: See press/website as we’ll be out and about for Heritage Open Days.October 26th: The Archives. Photography.November 2nd: Leigh Local Studies. The Turnpike at 40. A look back at 40 years of the Turnpike Centre. December 21st: The Archives. Festive Chat.

Palaeography Practice: Medieval to Modern Handwriting for the expertsMuseum of Wigan LifeFirst Monday of the month, 2:00am - 4:30pmInformal drop-in sessions for those with a basic understanding of palaeography styles over the ages, transcribing original documents from the archives in a group; perfect for anyone who has done the Introductory Course, or just fancies a bit of practice reading old documents.

Wigan’s Mighty Steam Engine

Trencherfield Mill Steam Engine, Wigan Pier Quarter Weekdays by arrangement & Sundays, 11:00am & 1:00pmSee one of the finest working examples of its kind in action, meet the engineers and find out more through an audio-visual presentation.

Family History Workshops

Who do you think you are?Museum of Wigan Life Run by experienced volunteers, Family History Workshops help you to get started on researching your family tree. Sessions are aimed at beginners with family connections to the local area.

Daily, 10:00am - 3:30pmDaily drop-in sessions. Subject to volunteer availability. No need to book. £3.

Wednesdays, 1:30pm & 3:00pm£3 (resource pack £2). Booking recommended.

Saturday and Thursday evenings by arrangement

Leigh Family History Society HelpdeskWigan & Leigh Local Studies, Leigh Library Mondays, 1:30pm - 3:30pmLeigh Family History Society are available to assist with any enquiries and requests concerning your ancestry. This includes how to go about tracing your family line back through the ages. No need to book.

Did you know...Queen Victoria once travelled through Tyldesley at 3 o’clock in the morning!

Our Regular Events are suitable for all ages. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

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An Evening With…

Museum of Wigan LifeLast Thursday of the Month, 6:30pm - 7:45pm£2.50. Price includes light refreshments.

28th JulyGerry Mawdsley, President of the George Formby Society‘The George Formby Story’ - A multimedia show telling the story of Wigan’s most famous son…watch and listen as this remarkable story unfolds. Back by popular demand!

25th AugustJohn Winnard, Joint Managing Director, William Santus & CoUncle Joe’s Mint Balls and Wigan go hand-in-hand. John will ‘keep us all aglow’ with the story of Wigan’s famous and much loved sweets which starts in the 1930s and is still glowing strong today!

29th SeptemberJohn Wogan - Local family history enthusiast‘Starting from Scratch - Your Family History’. John will show you how to start your family tree, the do’s and don’ts of tracing your long lost relatives and will share some amusing stories about some of the more unusual cases he has uncovered in his family history quests.

Object Focus

Museum of Wigan LifeDiscover the stories behind some of our favourite Museum objects. Talks last for 20 minutes, no need to book.

Tuesday 19th July, 2:30pmRoman Samian WareSamian Ware was the ‘best china’ of the Romans. During the Festival of British Archaeology find out more about this fascinating pottery.

Tuesday 6th September, 2:30pmSomething NewFind out about objects recently donated to the museum by local people.

Saturday 10th December, 11:30amChristmas TreasuresGet into the Christmas spirit and discover museum objects with a Christmas theme.

27th OctoberWigan Photographic Society ‘Digital Photo Restoration’. Find out about the history of the Society and the wide range of photographic techniques that have been used in the past and today. The Society will answer questions and advise you about the restoration of your old family photographs.

24th NovemberLocal author Gordon Medlicott ‘The Last Lighthouse Keeper’ - The story of a way of life that has become part of our maritime heritage. A rare insight into the 32-year working life of a lighthouse keeper.

15th DecemberClog dancing specialist Alex Fisher An illustrated talk on the history of clog dance. Audiences are invited to bring along any items of interest.

Wigan Photographic Society Clinics

Museum of Wigan LifeSaturdays on the dates below, 11:00am - 1:00pmDrop-in.

September 17th: Meet Wigan Photographic SocietySeptember 24th: Camera ClinicOctober 8th: Macro PhotographyOctober 15th: Photoshop - Basic EditingOctober 22nd: Make your own photographic calendarOctober 29th: Bird photography November 12th: Using your flashNovember 19th: Choosing the right camera (for Christmas)November 26th: Taking better pictures of your familyDecember 10th: Printing your own imagesDecember 17th: Audio Visual presentationsJanuary 14th: Understanding the camera you got for ChristmasJanuary 21st: Photographic opportunities around WiganJanuary 28th: Improving your images

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Walks & Tours

Discover your local area on foot with one of our local historians and delve into buildings, landscapes, people and stories that the towns in our borough were founded on. We strongly recommend you book and leave your contact details with us so we can get in touch if anything changes (like the great British weather!).

Carved In Stone Walks

Lower Ince CemeterySecond Tuesday of the month, 11:00am - 12:00pm12th July // 9th August // 13th September // 11th October // 8th November

Ince UDC Cemetery, Warrington RoadSecond Friday of the month, 11:00am - 12:00pm8th July // 12th August // 9th September // 14th October // 11th November

Combined Cemetery WalkTuesdays, 6:00pm - 7:30pm, June - August 201114th June // 12th July // 9th August

Meet at Ince UDC cemetery gates, Warrington Road. Outdoor wear advisable.£3. Tel: 01942 828128.

Wigan History Walk

First Sunday of the month, 1:00pm - 2:30pm3rd July // 7th August // 4th September // 2nd October // 6th NovemberMeet outside the Museum of Wigan Life on Library Street. Outdoor wear advisable.£2. Tel: 01942 828128.

Leigh History & Fun Walks

All sessions £1.00Book Wigan & Leigh Local Studies.Tel: 01942 404559.

Canal Walk2nd July, 12:00pmWalk along the canal and see how Leigh has changed throughout the centuries. Meet outside the Waterside Inn.

Tyldesley Cemetery Walk1st October, 12.00pmMeet at the entrance.

Shooting the Past26 October, 1:00pm - 2.30pm Bring your camera and help us capture tomorrow’s history today during this local history walk!

Atherton Cemetery Walk5 November, 12:00pm Meet at the entrance.

The Wonderful World Of The Archives: Outreach TalksBy arrangementArchive staff are available to visit your local group or society, bringing along a sample of original records from the collection and explaining the work of the Archives Service. Contact the Archives Service for more details or to make a booking.

Volunteering at Wigan Heritage ServicesPass on your expertise, share your enthusiasm or work alongside our friendly and professional team. We welcome your support!For any enquiries about volunteering please contact 01942 828128.

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Did you know...The oldest document in the Archives is a treatise on Latin pronunciation written by Hubert the Monk in 1185. It will be 827 years old in 2012!

Special Arts Events

DIS:PATCHESThursday 1 December, 6:00pm - 9:00pmFred Longworth High School, Tyldesley A celebration of disability art projects from across Wigan Borough

PUT A PLUG IN IT...Tuesday 1st November, 6:00pmFred Longworth High School, TyldesleyAn intergenerational dance and multi - media performance. Local groups will explore the role of technology and communication in our lives using dance and film.

For further information about PUT A PLUG IN IT and how to get involved with the project please visit the project website www.putapluginit.webs.com

STRIDE Stride is the educational project that Company Chameleon has developed in partnership with Dance Initiative Greater Manchester and Wigan Leisure & Culture Trust to encourage, nurture and train young men in dance, to develop confidence, skills, and trust.

Young men from across Wigan Borough will perform alongside professional dance artists Anthony Missen and Kevin Turner - ‘Company Chameleon’ www.companychameleon.com, at the iconic Victoria Bath’s, Manchester.

Friday 29 July For further information about the performance please contact: Vicky Fletcher, Arts Development Officer, Wigan Leisure & Culture Trust. Tel: 01942 828219

Multi - Cultural Summer Dance WorkshopsFamily based dance workshops at venues across the borough.

Dance Scene... Coming Soon....Dance Conference for Wigan Borough September 2011. A chance to review, reflect and move forward current dance provision within the borough.

For further information about any of these events please telephone Vicky Fletcher, Arts Development Officer on 01942 828219.

Exhibitions

Art Factory: Fun Fair18 July - 27 AugustOur annual Art Factory always aims to be family-friendly and interactive. Fun Fair draws on the traditions of the travelling fair, the circus and the village fête. Elements from each of these events will be combined to create a unique and innovative exhibition that brings together historic and popular culture. Complementing an archive display and ‘museum of curiosities’, will be specially commissioned stalls and drop-in activities.

The World We Live In10 September - 5 NovemberThis display of post-war and contemporary paintings, sculptures, photography and video features some of the best known names in British art. Many of the artists in the exhibition have been shown at the gallery before, such as L.S. Lowry, and this selection from the Arts Council Collection is a key part of our Turnpike at 40 celebrations this year.

Look out for…A Terrible AffrayWritten by Julie McKiernan and performed by Wigan Pier Community Theatre Company. Based on actual events that happened in Wigan in 1895 about the trial of local colliers from Kay’s Houses who were involved in the death of a police detective.

Arts & Heritage have joined forces so watch this space for fun and excitement. Our Arts Events are suitable for all ages. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

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Did you know...Wigan & Leigh Disability Arts Network won a major prize in the North West for addressing Equality & Diversity through the Perceptions Art Project!

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