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Come Here! · August 13 · 28 min

Gainsborough Heritage Centre

The Gainsborough Heritage Centre is located in a historic 1904 building that originally served as the town's Post Office and Telephone Exchange. Run entirely by passionate volunteers, this local museum preserves and showcases the town’s rich past spanning from Roman times to the modern industrial era. Visitors can explore three distinct floors featuring: Industrial Exhibits: Showcasing machinery made by world-famous local manufacturers like Marshall Sons & Co.and Rose Brothers. Recreated 20th-Century Street Scene: Featuring vintage shops, a period post office, and a detailed backyard scene. Research Library & Archives: A comprehensive hub housing local newspaper archives, oral histories, and genealogical records for family history tracking. Exchange Tearoom & Shop: A cozy space to enjoy homemade cake or buy local history books and replica memorabilia. Location & Hours Address: 12 North Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2HS Opening Hours: Tuesdays and Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Admission: £3 for adults, Free for under-16s and members. Official Website: Explore the Gainsborough Heritage Association Official Site to plan a visit. Research & Enquiries: Learn how to utilize their comprehensive local records at the Gainsborough Heritage Local Archives. Social Media Updates: Follow the latest museum events and news on the Gainsborough Heritage Facebook Page.

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The Gainsborough Heritage Centre is located in a historic 1904 building that originally served as the town's Post Office and Telephone Exchange. Run entirely by passionate volunteers, this local museum preserves and showcases the town’s rich past spanning from Roman times to the modern industrial era.

Visitors can explore three distinct floors featuring:

  • Industrial Exhibits: Showcasing machinery made by world-famous local manufacturers like Marshall Sons & Co.and Rose Brothers.
  • Recreated 20th-Century Street Scene: Featuring vintage shops, a period post office, and a detailed backyard scene.
  • Research Library & Archives: A comprehensive hub housing local newspaper archives, oral histories, and genealogical records for family history tracking.
  • Exchange Tearoom & Shop: A cozy space to enjoy homemade cake or buy local history books and replica memorabilia.

Location & Hours

  • Address: 12 North Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2HS
  • Opening Hours: Tuesdays and Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Admission: £3 for adults, Free for under-16s and members.


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