Past comes alive at Dudley Archives’ Local History Day
More than a hundred people attended a Local History Day at Dudley Archives and Local History Centre.
Part of the Dudley History Festival and supported by the Friends of Dudley Archives and Local History Service (FDALHS), the event proved a popular opportunity to delve into the archives, view exhibitions, tour Dudley Museum and roam around a range of stalls.
Three local historians gave talks on the day. The first, by Brendan Clifford, was entitled The Black Country 500 Years in 50 Voices; the second, by medical historian Kevin Goodman, was about Cholera in the Black Country 1832 and the third, Place Names of Halesowen and Lenches Bridge was given by Paul Ford, Senior Archivist at Dudley Archives.
Operating under the Better brand, GLL is the not-for-profit social enterprise that runs Dudley Archives and Local History Centre on behalf of the council.
“Our archives’ open day formed part of our Dudley History Festival which has just finished,” said Stephanie Rhoden, GLL Partnership Manager for Dudley Libraries and Archives.
“I’m delighted to say all our tours and talks were fully booked and there was real interest in the stalls.
“The resources available at Dudley Archives are invaluable to anyone wanting to know more about local history and, if that’s you, please go along and have a look. Our team are always very happy to help.”
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