Hull History Centre

Join us tomorrow for our free talk and photograph demonstration on our most recent exhibition, Industrial River: The photographs of William Jackson. The City Archivist will be exploring Hull's maritime scenes from the 1930s-40s. Why not come along and share your stories and memories too!

Hull History Centre, 12:30pm

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This , we show our appreciation for The Deep, an award-winning aquarium, whose mission is “To create a deeper understanding and enjoyment of the world’s oceans and inspire positive change for their survival.”


World Oceans Day

in 1944, Hull-born glider pilot John W. Tarbitten safely landed troops and equipment in Normandy (Op MALLARD), with his co-pilot R. Shovel. He was later captured as a POW in a separate Operation.

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On 10 June a tour around the city from and Friends of St Mary's will highlight city sights in connection with the de la Poles. Ending with a trip here to view some exciting original documents. Find out more: https://tinyurl.com/2ex3bpzs

Join City Archivist Martin Taylor on 9 June for a special presentation on colour-blind amateur photographer William Jackson.
View photos not featured in our main exhibition and share your own memories of Hull’s maritime history!

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We're delighted that our summer exhibition 'Industrial River: The photographs of William Jackson' opens today. Come and let us know what you think.
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Check out our newest contribution to The Hull Story. Have you had any strange encounters?

Strange lights, silent craft and unsolved encounters - the region’s UFO mysteries — The Hull Story By Neil Chadwick , archivist/librarian Perhaps the greatest unanswered question for mankind is ‘are we alone?’ Some will say yes. Others will say no. Some sit on the fence, whilst others have little thought or opinions on the topic. Over the last 70 years or so, incidents, reports and footage ha

Fancy yourself a historian? ‘Tales from Down the Drain’, is looking for volunteers to help conduct historic research and uncover this hidden history. If you’re looking for an opportunity to hone your archival research skills, contribute to original academic research and help co-curate an upcoming exhibition, this is your perfect chance!
To get involved, sign up for an information session online on 13 July, or in-person at the history centre on 9 July. Register on eventbrite:

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50 years ago an agreement between the UK and Iceland ended the Third and last Cod War. Pictured (thanks to Bullnose Heritage Group) is trawler CS Forester shelled and impounded by Iceland in 1974.
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Don’t forget our new exhibition opens on Tuesday 2nd June. Come and discover photographs of Hull’s waterways in the 1930s-40s, and about the man who took them. A war veteran, teacher and photographer, William Jackson who also happened to be colour blind.



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