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Hepworth Gallery, Wakefield

Heritage Open Days Photo Exhibition

Posted on 3 September 2014 01:15 PM by

As part of the Society's contribution to the national Heritage Open Days event, we will be exhibiting a selection of old photographs showing Wakefield as it used to be. Why not drop in and see us? We'll be open between 1 and 4 pm - no need to book.

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Heritage Open Days - Talk and Walk

Posted on 3 September 2014 12:22 PM by

Explore Wakefield's rich architectural heritage as part of this year's Heritage Open Days event. Join Kevin Trickett and committee members from Wakefield Civic Society for a talk about the history of the city and then take part in a guided walk of some of the interesting buildings - including a tour of County Hall.

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A Bed of Roses - talk by Dr Jonathan Foyle

Posted on 2 September 2014 11:26 AM by

As part of the Society's 50th Anniversary programme, Dr Jonathan Foyle will talk about the marriage bed of King Henry VII

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Wakefield Artwalk - July 2014

Posted on 24 July 2014 10:43 AM by

For the July 2014 Wakefield Artwalk, we'll be showing work by local artist AJ Slack and also looking at the Westgate Conservation Area.

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Special Event to Mark Society's 50th Anniversary

Posted on 7 July 2014 05:13 PM by

Wakefield Civic Society will be returning to its roots on Saturday, 19th July between 2 and 4 pm as part of its 50th anniversary programme of events.

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Wakefield Artwalk - May 2014

Posted on 27 May 2014 11:36 PM by

For the May Artwalk, we are looking at modern residential developments across the world.

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