Local History Month May 2016

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Join us in Centre Square for the Stage 3 start of the Tour de Yorkshire on May 1!

Tour de Yorkshire Sun 1 May9amCentre Square, TS1 2AZGet down early to meet the bestcyclists in the world as they warm up to take part in the gruellingCaptain Cook stage of the Tour de Yorkshire.Middlesbrough is proud to be hosting the start of Stage 3 on the first day of Local History Month.For more information, go toletour.yorkshire.com/ @tdymbro

Enjoy the Ride Carnivaland Bike Parade 1pm from Middlesbrough Town Hall Brilliant carnival inspired by the voyages of Captain Cook.

For more information, go tolovemiddlesbrough.com/enjoytheride

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Middlesbrough Restaurant WeekMon 2 May - Sun 8 MayTasty treats and mouth-watering morsels await foodies as popular Middlesbrough Restaurant Week returns for its 3rd year. Find special offers in Al Forno Italian Restaurant, Bedford St Coffee House, The Curing House, De Melo, Eliano’s Italian Brasserie, Frango’s, Holiday Inn Express, Kebabish Original, La Pharmacie, Nando’s, Oodles Noodles, The Nuthatch, The Oven, Pixies Diner, The Purple Pig, and Waterside Brasserie.

For more information, go to lovemiddlesbrough.com/restaurantweek

Street Races in association with Cleveland WheelersMon 2 May10am - 4pmCentre Square, TS1 2AZRace cost: £10 / youth £3.50Feel the adrenaline as riders of all ages race on a town centre circuit the day after the Tour de Yorkshire visits town. Enjoy Youth Races, the Ladies Race and Senior Races in what is hoped to become an annual event.

For more information, go toclevelandwheelers.com

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MiddlesbroughLocal History Month LaunchAcklam Hall - A New DawnTue 3 May 6.30 - 8pmAcklam Hall, TS5 7DY£5

Acklam Hall recently reopened after a substantial renovation and is quickly becoming a favourite with people seeking quality dining in a historic venue. It provides a perfect setting for the official launch of Local History Month 2016.

Come along and see the new Acklam Hall and learn about its history with historian Martin F Peagam.

Entrance by ticket only - £5 (including refreshments)Book your tickets via Middlesbrough Theatre Box Office.

Tel: 01642 81 51 81

For more information, go towww.acklamhall.co.ukwww.martin784.wix.com/mfpblog

Local History Month 2016 is alive with exciting things to do as we challenge you to explore Middlesbrough’s history and heritage. Be part of history in the making, with the spectacular Tour de Yorkshire. Join us for our launch event in the recently renovated Grade I listed Acklam Hall. Commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1966 World Cup. Travel back a century to a football club preparing for war.

We present talks, walks, tours, exhibitions and one-off events. Explore the early life of James Cook. Be adventurers, follow in the slipstream of the Tour de Yorkshire. Enjoy a night at the cinema at The Empire, an elegant location for the re-screening of the original and hugely popular Middlesbrough on Film.

Hopefully, we have whetted your appetites and shown you that local history is very much alive. We hope that there is something that grabs everyone in our programme. Our events are free or carry a small fee. We challenge you to find at least one event to attend. Then you might just catch the bug and come back for more.

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Walk and Talk withthe Friends of Linthorpe Cemetery& Nature ReserveA new series of free walks and talks by the Friends looking at and investigating figures from Middlesbrough’s past.

Meet at the Hebrew Prayer House, Ayresome Green Lane, Middlesbrough, TS5 5DW.Free refreshments afterwards (donations requested).

Cannon StreetTues 3 May2 - 4pmFeaturing the close-knit community, still fondly remembered.

TradespeopleWed 11 May2 - 4pmFeaturing some of the tradespeople whose names live on in Middlesbrough such as Hinton, Forbes, Newbould, and Archibald.

Clergymen andReligious PeopleTues 17 May 2 - 4pmThere are Quaker and Jewish burial grounds within the cemetery as well as the graves of other notables such as Father Burn and Vicar Dales.

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Sat 28 May2 - 4pm

Cycling Through The AgesWed 4 May10am - 12noonMiddlesbroughCycle Circuit, TS4 3AE

Spend the morning in good company as you join members of ‘Sporting Chance’, a project for men over 50 who live in Middlesbrough, to exercise both your brain and your legs! To celebrate the Tour de Yorkshire, join us to hear about cycling through the ages, including the use of cycles in war time as well as the Tees Valley Great War pop up exhibition. Then, if you fancy stretching your legs, have apedal yourself!

For more information, [email protected]

A Family in Plastic:Life in a Company TownThurs 5 May1 - 2.30pmMiddlesbrough Instituteof Modern Art, Centre Square, TS1 2AZ

This talk by Teesside-based artist Annie O’Donnell explores her own practice through the lens of Billingham’s industrial history. She will share and discuss a number of magazines and brochures from the 1920s - 1950s which show the workings and social life of the ICI company. These documents both tell a story of the paternalistic nature of large scale industry in Teesside and offer an insight into her family’s lives.

For more information, go towww.visitmima.com

‘Farther than any Man’: Captain Cook’s Ice ExcursionsFri 6 May2 - 3pm£2 inc. refreshmentsCaptain Cook Birthplace Museum, Stewart Park,TS7 8AT

While searching for the great unknown southern land, Cook’s crew experienced appalling conditions, which led to pioneering scientific research in the fields of navigation, astronomy, charting and the use of chronometers, the recording of weather, natural sciences, nutrition, diet, medicine and general health at sea, and icebergs.This illustrated talk will give an outline of Cook’s pioneering work in the realms of exploration of the Southern Ocean.

For more information, go towww.captcook-ne.co.uk/ccbm

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Harry Pearson, John Nicholson, Daniel Gray and Fly Me To The Moon fanzine present

1966 and All That…Fri 6 May7 - 9pm£2 Middlesbrough Reference Library, TS1 2AY

On the eve of the final Boro game of the season, three of Teesside’s favourite local authors, Harry Pearson, John Nicholson and Daniel Gray, talk World Cups and Middlesbrough Football Club.

A special event for the 50th anniversary of the World Cup with Harry Pearson, author of Far Corner, named as one of the 50 Greatest Sports Books of All Time, Football 365 columnist and author of Teesside-based Nick Guymer crime novels, John Nicholson, and Daniel Gray of Hatters, Railwaymen and Knitters fame, a journey through the towns and teams of England’s nether regions.

Call 01642 729002 to book.

Sat 7 May9.30 - 11.30am (approx)

Start at Middlesbrough Cycle Centre, Middlesbrough Bus Station, TS1 5AE

Come along and ride the Middlesbrough section of the Tour de Yorkshire. Starting at Middlesbrough Cycle Centre in Middlesbrough bus station, we will be riding the route using mainly cycle paths. Total distance approximately 10km of flat terrain. Suitable for most bikes. Stopping at locations along the route where an expert local historian will be talking about the history of the area.

You will need to bring a roadworthy bike and dress for the weather. Cycle helmets are recommended but not essential. No unaccompanied under 16s. Free to attend, however booking is essential on a first come first served basis. There are a small number of bikes available to borrow on the day, please enquire with your confirmation of attendance.

For more information, including booking, contact01642 728196 /[email protected]

Last date for booking is 5/5/2016. Please note, we will be returning to Middlesbrough Bus Station in time to attend the MFC last game of the season. Leave your bike in the secure Cycle Centre for free, get changed if you need to (including showers) and beat the match traffic!

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eventMiddlesbrough on Film RescreeningTues 10 May2pm and 7pm£3.50Middlesbrough Empire,TS1 2RT

Back by popular demand, another chance to see the much loved North East Film Archive, compilation, Middlesbrough On Film. First screened in October 2013 and then repeated May 2014 this presentation of rare Middlesbrough film footage has been much talked about ever since.

Ports, pubs, shops and ships, civic pride and Jack Charlton’s Champions; the North East Film Archive brings you the life, landscape and culture of Middlesbrough captured on film over the last century.

From the opening of the Transporter Bridge in 1911 to the closing of the last men only pub in 1965, royal visits, market day, life on the River Tees. Come and enjoy once more this nostalgic Middlesbrough film show with two screenings in the sumptuous surroundings of the Empire Theatre.

To book, call 01642 81 51 81or go towww.northeastfilmarchive.com

To discuss disabled access please call Phil Douglas on 01642 729 085

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House Tour withRene PorteousWed 11 & Wed 25 May1 - 2pmMiddlesbrough Institute of Modern Art, Centre Square, TS1 2AZ

In May we are offering special insight into the work and lives of Glynn and Rene Porteous. Rene will give personal tours of the home she shared with her late husband, local artist Glynn Porteous (1935 - 2003), an artwork in its own right.

Glynn and Rene’s lives have been dedicated to art making. Rene, one of mima’s gallery assistants, is an important and inspiring figure for a younger generation of practitioners. She challenges people to live artfully.

To sign up please email [email protected] with a couple of lines about why you wish to visit the Porteous’ home and we will follow up with information about where to meet. Places are extremely limited.

A Run with the Boro from Albert to Ayresome Park!Thurs 12 May10am - 12noonMeet outside Dorman Museum, Linthorpe Road, TS5 6LA

The idea of forming Middlesbrough Football Club was born in The Albert Park Hotel in 1876; the Team played at various locations (Albert Park, Breckon Hill and Linthorpe Road) before moving to Ayresome Park in 1903.

We will run to these locations and on to Ayresome Park recalling the club’s early history and enjoy refreshments afterwards in the village. About 6 kilometers.

For more information, go towww.facebook.com/supportingirunners/

Crossroads of History Thurs 12 May11am - 1pmCentral Library, Victoria Square, TS1 2AYTake a short walk around town with poet and historian P.A. Morbid, stopping at a number of spots in the town centre and peeling back the layers of history that remain unseen, but will be revealed as a real crossroads of history.

Meet at the bells outside McDonalds (Grange Road) at 11am.

The walk will end at Central Library for refreshments and a chance to look at related documents.

Places are limited and must be booked on 01642 729002.

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The History of the Transporter BridgeTues 10 May1pm Tees Transporter Bridge Visitor Centre, Ferry Road, TS2 1PL

Bridge Supervisor, John Ivison will be giving a presentation on the longest working transporter bridge in the world, the Tees Transporter Bridge.

Opened in 1911, the “tranny” as it is affectionately known, celebrated its centenary with a major Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) £2.6m award for refurbishment and upgrade work. It remains an iconic symbol of Teesside’s engineering and industrial heritage. Hear more about the long and colourful history of Teesside’s favourite industrial landmark.

Capacity limited to [email protected] 01642 727265 to book a place.www.teestransporterbridge.com

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Cannon Street RevisitedSat 14 May10.30am - 4pmDorman Museum, Linthorpe Road, TS5 6LA

Cannon Street was a thriving community at the heart of Middlesbrough. A community lost but not forgotten. In association with Dorman Museum, Cleveland and Teesside Local History Society and Friends of Linthorpe Cemetery and Nature Reserve, Hands on Middlesbrough would

like to invite you to Cannon Street Revisited.

The event will run throughout the day and will include a talk by local historian Ian Stubbs, a screening of a short documentary and thanks to North East Film Archive there will be a public screening of recently digitised interviews with residents filmed during the demolition of Cannon Street (during the 1960s and 1970s). Come along and share your memories, photographs and Cannon Street family histories, and help put Cannon Street back on the map.

Fri 13 MayDepart Marton Library, The Willows, TS7 8BL 10am, Museum 10.30am

We celebrate Marton’s most famous son, James Cook with a short walk and talk to investigate and celebrate his birthplace. The curators of the Captain Cook Birthplace Museum will guide us around the museum recreation of the humble cottage where he was born in 1728 before showing us evidence of the site of Cook’s home village of East Marton. We will end our short walk by stepping inside St Cuthbert’s Church where the future navigator and mariner was baptised.

This walk is in conjunction with Friends Of Marton Library, formed in April 2012 and the FOML Walking Group started in July of the same year.

FOML run monthly walks from Marton Library ranging between 4- 5 miles, suitable for most abilities and with emphasis on the social aspects and inclusion, with refreshments after each walk back at the library.

You can walk with us from Marton Library or join us at the Captain Cook Birthplace Museum at 10.30am for the tour.

There is limited parking at Marton Library and a large public car park for Captain Cook Birthplace Museum off Ladgate Lane, Stewart Park, Marton.

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Walkabout: Cook and Australian Aboriginal Life and LegendsFri 13 May2 - 3pm£2 inc. refreshments

Captain Cook Birthplace Museum, Stewart Park, TS7 8AT

2020 will see the marking of the 250th anniversary of Cook’s pioneering visit to the east coast of Australia and his recording of the people, flora and fauna.

Through Cook’s accounts of the visit and using the Museums Service’s collection of Australian Aboriginal artefacts, this talk will bring to life a fascinating culture that had existed for at least 65,000 years before Cook’s visit.


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Dr. Dresser’s DreamWed 18 May2 - 3.30pm£2 inc. refreshments

Dorman Museum,Linthorpe Road, TS5 6LA

Christopher Dresser was the first European designer to visit Japan after it reopened to the West in the mid nineteenth century. Enthused by his travels he had a dream to set up an art complex in Middlesbrough. Inspired by Japanese ceramics, Linthorpe Art Pottery started production in 1879 and was an overnight success.

This talk is an opportunity to discover more about Dresser, who was one of Britain’s most influential designers. He was an exact contemporary of William Morris, but not as well known today. Unlike Morris he embraced industrialisation and many of his cutting edge designs would not look out of place in the modern home.

For more information, go towww.dormanmuseum.co.uk

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The Empire Theatre - a Palace of Entertainment for More Than 100 YearsMon 16 May7 - 8.30pm£2The Empire Theatre, Corporation Road, TS1 3RT

The Empire Theatre opened its doors on 13 March 1899 and has been providing entertainment for the people of Middlesbrough ever since.

Local historian Martin Peagam will lead a tour of the theatre in which he will explore the history of this beautiful building and some of the famous names who have graced the stage over the past century.

Designed by the famous architect Ernest Runtz the building was opened with great ceremony – no less than 17 acts performed on the opening night. And in the years since, some of the greatest artistes in the history of entertainment have performed at the Empire.

Limited capacity Book your tickets via Middlesbrough Theatre Box Office. Tel: 01642 81 51 81

To discuss disabled access pleasecall Phil Douglas on 01642 729 085

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The Development of the Infant HerculesSun 15 May10am - 12 noonMeet outside the Police Station on Bridge Street West, TS2 1AB

Find out how Middlesbrough developed during the 19th and early 20th century. We will walk from where it all began as a small planned town in the St Hilda’s area and move on to discuss iconic landmarks such as the Tees Transporter Bridge, railway station, town hall and central library; buildings and structures that showed the world just how quickly the town had grown up.

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MiddlesbroughWorld Cup andBoro MemoriesMon 16 May10.30am - 12.30pmCentral Library, Victoria Square, TS1 2AY

It is 50 years since Middlesbrough was host for three group matches of the 1966 World Cup. Pop along to this free coffee morning to chat about memories of the World Cup as well as the football club’s highs, lows and memorable moments. Bring your own MFC and World Cup memorabilia and view old photographs and newspaper clippings. Refreshments available.

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Walk and Talk: Nature and Wild Flowerswith wild-flower expert Martin Allen

Wed 18 May Meet 10am, Central Space,Linthorpe Cemetery, TS5 5AY

Martin has recently carried out an audit of the wild-flowers in the cemetery and has identified a number of plants inhabiting the cemetery today which date back to the very early days of the site as the first Linthorpe village green.

Fairy Dell History WalkThurs 19 MayFairy Dell Park, Gunnergate Lane, Coulby Newham, TS8 0TEWalk leaves Marton Library, The Willows, Marton, TS7 8BL at 10am OR Meet at main gate Fairy Dell Parkat 10.15am

Walk with the Friends of Marton Library and explore the history of Fairy Dell guided by the Friends of Fairy Dell. Learn about the Victorian industrialists who shaped much of this green ribbon and how archaeologists unearthed the medieval routeways that once crossed the valley.

There is limited parking at both the library and at Fairy Dell Park. Walk approx 90 minutes.

James Cook Schoolroom WalkFri 20 MayWalk departs Marton Library, The Willows, TS7 8BL, 9.30am Tour at Captain Cook Schoolroom Museum 11.30am

For the second of our walksretracing the early life of theadventurer we set off from Martonand walk to the pretty North Yorkshire village of Great Ayton andthe Captain Cook SchoolroomMuseum.

We will be guided aroundthe recently revamped museumthat tells the story of Cook’s earlylife and education in the CharitySchool and his adventures on the high seas.

There is a chance to take an audiotrail guide through the picturesque village and look for signs of Cook’s Cottage, an industrial past, and Quaker roots.

The walk is 4 miles in length soplease bring suitable footwearand clothing. You can join us atthe museum if you would prefer toarrive by car or public transport.

Contact Marton Library for moreinformation - 01642 300255 (note the library is closed Tues/Wed)

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The Total Want of Wheelbarrows: Cook, Boney & St. HelenaFri 20 May2 - 3pm£2 inc. refreshments

Captain Cook Birthplace Museum, Stewart Park, Marton, Middlesbrough,TS7 8AT

Over 240 years ago Captain Cook made his last visit to the island of St. Helena, made famous by the exiling of Emperor of the French, Napoleon Bonaparte, to the island after his defeat at Waterloo and until his death in 1821.

This illustrated talk outlines the two men’s experiences and observations whilst on the island and highlights Cook’s apparently controversial comments on wheelbarrows and slavery and his links with the island’s Governor who hailed from the North East of England!


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100 Years of Public Transport in MiddlesbroughThurs 19 May2 - 3.30pmTeesside Archives, Exchange House, TS1 1DBAn illustrated presentation on screen and in words about early public transport in Middlesbrough, covering the period from the start of the electric tramways in the 1890s till the 1990s.

For more information, go towww.facebook.com/500groupor call 01642 248 321

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The Winter Gardens: Research TalkSat 21 May10.30am - 12noonDundas House,Dundas Street, TS1 1HY

Middlesbrough Winter Gardens were established by Lady Florence Bell, an author, playwright, social investigator and wife of steel magnate Sir Hugh Bell, who was Chairman of Bell Brothers ironworks and three-times Mayor of Middlesbrough.

The Winter Garden provided a place of comfort and leisure for the men, women and children of the area. During the Winter Garden’s first season 146,122 people passed through the turnstiles with entry costing a penny. The Winter Garden provided a place of comfort and recreation for the town’s people and visitors to the area.

As part of Navigator North’s ongoing work and research into the Middlesbrough Winter Gardens, we have commissioned a researcher to further explore themes and ideas around the site. This talk will be a presentation of findings and connections between the history of the site and issues that are still relevant to Middlesbrough and wider society today.

Everyone welcome.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

For further information visitwww.navigatornorth.com

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Pint ofScience:Sea theStarsTues 24 May7 - 8.45pm£4Dickens Inn, Southfield Rd, TS1 3BZ

Phil Philo (Senior Curator of Middlesbrough Museums) and local astronomy expert, John McCue take you on an adventure from the sea to the stars in two short talks.

Phil Philo’s talk, ‘Oceans (not pints!) of Science 1768-70’ will discuss Cook’s second great voyage.Cook famously wrote that he thought that he had gone ‘Farther than any man…’ and nowhere was that more true than in the realms of science. Exploration, navigation, charting, astronomy, mathematics, horology, health, hygiene and nutrition, natural sciences, botany, anthropology….the list of fields covered by the great man and his fellow voyagers just goes on and on. Discover the scientific highlights (and lowlights!) of the travels of Middlesbrough’s greatest son.

Following on from this, John McCue’s talk will be out of this world discussing the stars, sun and navigation.

Other nights of science and learning events take place between 23 and 25 May 2016, with tickets costing £4 each.

For more information, go towww.pintofscience.co.uk/events/teesside

A Walk with the Boro from Albert to Ayresome Park!Wed 25 May10am - 12noonMeet outside Dorman Museum, Linthorpe Road, TS5 6LA at 10am

The idea of forming Middlesbrough Football Club was born in The Albert Park Hotel in 1876 and the Team played at various locations (Albert Park, Breckon Hill and Linthorpe Road) before moving to Ayresome Park in 1903.

We will walk with Don Burluraux, a former Boro Player to these locations and recall Boro’s journey to becoming a professional club and joining the Football League. On the way we will call into The Swatters Carr Hotel for coffee (used by the Boro players to change in the early 1880s!) before continuing on to Ayresome Park. The walk is about 4 miles.

For more information, go towww.walkingforhealth.org.uk

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Players with Strange-Shaped Balls -The Story of Rugbyon TeessideWed 25 May7 - 8pmTeesside Archives, Exchange House, TS1 1DB

Football with a spherical ball was not the most popular ball game played in Teesside in the nineteenth century. That honour belonged to rugby.

Local historian Martin Peagam will explore the story of the origins of rugby on Teesside, how rugby players were responsible for the birth of The Boro, and why rugby lost out to football.

Along the way he will explain why cricket led to rugby, why rugby lost out to football, why a letter to the local paper led to a rugby club being founded, why a touring team arrived with a hangover, why some jockeys were upset with some rugby players, and why one club has a sprinkling of Hollywood glitter.

For more information, call01642 248 321

For more information, go towww.martin784.wix.com/mfpblog

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“I put the Iron in Ironopolis”: Middlesbrough’s Industrial Identity, c.1881-1931Thurs 26 May11amTeesside Archives Exchange House,Exchange Square, TS1 1DB

Historian Ben Roberts’ talk examines the manner in which Middlesbrough’s iron industry and in particular the smoke it produced became central to local identity and the construction of community spirit in Middlesbrough. It explores the Middlesbrough 50th anniversary jubilee of 1881 and centenary of 1931 as showcases and celebrations of local identity with industry at their hearts. Both events came at times of economic uncertainty - an iron trade deficit in the 1880s and the global depression of the 1920s/30s. While the jubilee was an occasion designed to promote financial recovery, the centenary came at a time of deindustrialisation when local industry was tarnished. Yet the centenary showed that in terms of local identity, industry was still absolutely central and although views of industrial smoke were increasingly negative, connection to industry was firmly entrenched in the hearts and minds of local people.

For more information, call01642 248 321

MFC Special WW1 ToursTues 31 MayFirst of three hourly toursstarts at 10am£2Middlesbrough Football Club, TS3 6RS

Join us on a special WW1 MFC Tour of the Riverside. The MFC Foundation guides will take us on a behind the scenes tour of the Boro stadium. The tour will include the dressing rooms and Directors’ Box and you will have a chance to go pitch side and get your photo taken next to the manager’s own seat!

On this unique tour we will also learn about Middlesbrough players in World War One and the town in the Great War as well as see actual artifacts from the conflict that raged through Europe a hundred years ago.

Tour lasts one hour. Must be booked in advance.

For more information and to bookemail [email protected] call 01642 757674

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The Story of Children’s Television: from 1946 to TodayThroughout MayTues - Sun,9.30am - 4.30pm£4 adults, £2.50 children, £10 family (2 adults + up to 3

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Dorman Museum,Linthorpe Road, TS5 6LA

From the earliest days of Muffin the Mule, generations of children have fallen in love with the characters and stories brought to life on the small screen.

The exhibition traces the fascinating history of children’s television, bringing together

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The 1966World Cup in MiddlesbroughTues 3 May - Tues 31 MayMiddlesbrough Reference Library, Victoria Square,TS1 2AY

A display of newspaper cuttings relating to the 1966 World Cup from the Reference Library’s Collection.

If you have any memorabilia or photographs to contribute please call in to the library or call01642 729 001

seven decades of iconic objects, memorabilia, merchandise, clips and images.

Packed full of interactives for big kids and small, the exhibition also showcases original props and characters, from Mummy Woodentop to The Wombles, Morph, Gordon the Gopher, Rastamouse and the singing veggies from Mr Bloom’s Nursery.

The Story of Children’s Television is the story of all of our childhoods, and how television helped to shape the way we view the world around us. Join us for a wander down memory lane, to a celebration of children’s television, past and present.

For more information, go towww.dormanmuseum.co.uk

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Walkabout: Australian Aboriginal Life & LegendThroughout MayTues - Sun, 9.30am - 4.30pmIncluded in Museum Admission ChargeCaptain Cook Birthplace Museum, Stewart Park,TS7 8AT

Walkabout: Australian Aboriginal Life and Legend explores and celebrates the vibrant culture of ancient Australian Aboriginal society. On display are objects from Middlesbrough Museums Service’s own impressive, but rarely seen, collection of Aboriginal artefacts.

The Aboriginal culture is the oldest known surviving culture in the world. At 65,000 years old, the Aboriginal people have shown an impressive ability to adapt to change. The exhibition gives an overview of Aboriginal culture and lifestyle, their relationships with the land and with neighbouring tribes through ceremonial ritual and trade.

The child-friendly exhibition includes a variety of interactive myths and legends throughout, which come together in a vibrant storytelling circle. There’s sure to be something for everyone in the display, which will keep visitors returning again and again with their season tickets, valid for the rest of the year.


Pacific PredatorsThroughout MayTues - Sun9.30am - 4.30pmCaptain Cook Birthplace Museum, Stewart Park,TS7 8AT

Due to its popularity, Pacific Predators has been extended for a second year, giving visitors another chance to glimpse the deepest, darkest depths of the ocean and learn more about the predators lurking there.

The exhibition illustrates the world of the tiger shark, sperm whale and colossal squid, hidden beneath the waves, as well as their relationship with humans both today and in Captain Cook’s time.

At the time that Cook was making his voyages, so little was known about these awe-inspiring predators that they were both feared and respected, and in some cultures even revered as gods or the spirits of ancestors.


Cycling, Heritage and History in MiddlesbroughSat 7 May - Fri 3 June57 Corporation Road, TS1 1LT

Gallery TS1 artists and invited artists respond to the themes of Cycling, Heritage and History in Middlesbrough with an engaging awareness of the colour yellow and the Tour de Yorkshire event.

Visit this little gem of a town centre arts and crafts gallery shop. Amazing paintings, photography, textiles, ceramics, wood turned work and jewellery.

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Personal DwellingsCleveland Art Society Spring 2016 Exhibition

Thurs 5 May - Fri 24 JuneExhibition Opening 5 May,4 - 6pm The Heritage Gallery, Cargo Fleet Offices,TS6 6XH

The Cleveland Art Society begin their 2016 exhibition programme at The Heritage Gallery with a long awaited themed show of work which concentrates on the characteristics of our North East buildings, with emphasis on those found in and around Teesside. Buildings other than our familiar industrial structures are looked at, and the relationship we have with those we work in, visit for leisure and live in is explored in this fascinating exhibition by some of our region’s most talented visual artists.

For more information, go towww.heritagegallery.co.uk

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Orange PiP MarketMay 28 & June 25

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May 2 - 8

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Sunday May 22 • Centre Squareraceforlife.org.uk

The Tour of Teesside Charity Cycle Ride Sunday May 29thetourofteesside.com

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Freedom ParadeJune 21 • Centre Square

Nagar KirtaN July 17 • Centre Square

Ali Brownlee Cleveland Centre 5k & CCG 2k Fun Run Sunday June 5 runmiddlesbrough.com

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Armed Forces Day June 18 • Albert Park

June 11 - 2 5 2 0 1 6

A BOOK FeSTIVAL FOR T H e T e e S V A L L e Y

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What’s On

Across the Bank Holiday weekend and beyond.Enjoy the Ride festival celebrates the Tour in Middlesbrough.

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The Story of Children’s Television - from 1946 to TodayDorman MuseumMar 19 - Jun 12

Pacific Predators & WalkaboutMarch 22 - October 30

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Don’t miss the Tour de Yorkshire’s arrival in Middlesbrough!

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Tour de Yorkshire Stage 3 startSunday May 1 • Centre Square

Get down early and get up close to the elite riders before the stage commences.

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Teesside World Exposition of Art and Industry A response to the end of the steelworks on Teesside

An exhibition about industry, land, identity and exchange on Teesside, sourced from and with contributions by local collections, regional companies and international artists.

Opening and Summer party Saturday 25 June 201612.00pm - 4.30pm (speeches at 2.00pm)

Until 9 October 2016

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An exhibition about industry, land, identity and exchange on Teesside, sourced from and with contributions by local collections, regional companies and international artists.

Opening and Summer party Saturday 25 June 201612.00pm - 4.30pm (speeches at 2.00pm)

Until 9 October 2016

visitmima.com

AT A GLANCE

Exhibitions take place throughout May apart from ‘The 1966 World Cup in Middlesbrough’ (begins Tues 3 May), ‘Cycling, Heritage andHistory in Middlesbrough’ (begins Sat 7 May) and ‘Personal Dwellings - Cleveland Art Society Spring 2016 Exhibition (begins Thurs 5 May)

Local History Month is facilitated and supported by Middlesbrough Council, Coordinators Rob Nichols & Tracy Hyman work with a steering group of local people and organisations to create an enjoyable programme of events. For more information contact

Phil Douglas - tel: 01642 729 085, email: [email protected]

Partners, funders & contributors include:

Sat 14 May EVENT Cannon Street Revisited, 10.30am-4pm

Sun 15 May WALK & TALK The Development of the Infant Hercules, 10am - 12noon

Mon 16 May event Middlesbrough World Cup and Boro Memories, 10.30am - 12.30pm

TOUR The Empire Theatre - A Palace of Entertainment for more than 100 Years, 7 - 8.30pm

Tues 17 May WALK & TALK Friends of Linthorpe Cemetery & Nature Reserve - Clergymen & Religious People, 2 - 4pm

Wed 18 May WALK & TALK Nature and Wild Flowers, 10am

TALK Dr Dresser’s Dream, 2 - 3.30pm

Thurs 19 May WALK & TALK Fairy Dell History Walk, 10am

TALK Public Transport Lecture, 2 - 3.30pm

Fri 20 May WALK & TALK James Cook Schoolroom Walk, 9.30am

TALK The Total Want of Wheelbarrows: Cook, Boney & St. Helena, 2 - 3pm

Sat 21 May TALK The Winter Gardens Research, 10.30am - 12noon

Tues 24 May TALK Pint of Science: Sea the Stars, 7 - 8.45pm

Wed 25 May WALK & TALK A Walk with the Boro from Albert to Ayresome Park, 10am - 12noon

TOUR House Tour with Rene Porteous, 1 - 2pm

TALK Players with Strange Shaped Balls - The Story of Rugby on Teesside, 7 - 8pm

Thurs 26 May TALK “I Put the Iron in Ironopolis”: Middlesbrough’s Industrial Identity, 11am

Sat 28 May WALK & TALK Friends of Linthorpe Cemetery & Nature Reserve - Cannon Street, 2 - 4pm

Tues 31 May TOUR MFC Special WW1 Tours, starts at 10am

Sun 1 May EVENT Tour de Yorkshire from 9am with Carnival and Bike Parade from 1pm

Mon 2 May EVENT Street Races in association with Cleveland Wheelers, 10am - 4pm

Mon 2 - EVENT Middlesbrough Restaurant WeekSun 8 May

Tues 3 May WALK & TALK Friends of Linthorpe Cemetery & Nature Reserve - Cannon Street, 2 - 4pm

EVENT Middlesbrough Local History Month Launch at Acklam Hall, 6.30 - 8pm

Wed 4 May EVENT Cycling Through the Ages, 10am - 12noon

Thurs 5 May TALK A Family in Plastic: Life in a Company Town, 1 - 2.30pm

EVENT Personal Dwellings - Cleveland Art Society Spring 2016 Exhibition, 4 - 6pm

Fri 6 May TALK ‘Farther than any Man’: Captain Cook’s Ice Excursions, 2 - 3pm

EVENT 1966 and All That… 7 - 9pm

Sat 7 May BIKE TOUR Tour de Yorkshire - A Historical Bike Ride of the Route in Middlesbrough, 9.30 - 11.30am

Tues 10 May TALK The History of the Transporter Bridge, 1pm

EVENT Middlesbrough on Film Rescreening, 2pm & 7pm

Wed 11 May TOUR House Tour with Rene Porteous, 1 - 2pm

WALK & TALK Friends of Linthorpe Cemetery & Nature Reserve - Tradespeople, 2 - 4pm

Thurs 12 May EVENT A Run with the Boro from Albert to Ayresome Park! 10am - 12noon

WALK & TALK Crossroads of History, 11am - 1pm

Fri 13 May WALK & TALK James Cook Birthplace, 10am

TALK Walkabout: Cook and Australian Life and Legends, 2 - 3pm

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Local History Month May 2016