About
Pontefract Museum began its life 120 years ago as a Carnegie Library.
Find out about how the building has changed over the last 120 years in a fascinating illustrated talk.
See some of the earliest objects collected by the museum, plus intriguing archive images, drawings and photographs.
This talk is part of Heritage Open Days and delivered in partnership with Wakefield Libraries.
Free, booking required.
This talk is recommended for adults 16+.
Venue opening hours
Monday : 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday : 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday : 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday : 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Friday : 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday : 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday : Closed
Access facilities
- Accessible Toilet
- Assistance Dogs Welcome
- Baby Changing Facilities
- Wheelchair Accessible
Venue Details
Find us at
5 Salter Row, Pontefract, WF8 1BA
Phone
01977722740
museums@wakefield.gov.uk