This category relates to all things to do with history in Preston.
Renowned Egyptian artist commissioned for new Harris Museum artwork
A renowned Egyptian artist has been confirmed for a new piece of artwork set to feature in the Harris Museum when it reopens in 2025. Khaled Hafez will produce the […]
Two years ago the centre of Preston was put into lockdown as one of the most severe fires in living memory ripped through the city. Legendary nightclub Tokyo Jo’s, or […]
Wrenching away coke bottles blocking up drainage pipes, dusting grade-I listed artwork and battling asbestos are just some of the challenges being faced as the Harris is given the biggest […]
A historic banner belonging to Preston Guild Lodge has been given a new lease of life. The banner was handmade and embroidered in pure silk in 1927 by the craftspeople […]
An artist’s homage to the history and culture of Preston has been completed at the city’s £45 million Animate leisure complex which towers over the Market Hall. Bonnie Craig was commissioned by Maple Grove Developments, the developer delivering […]
A free event is taking place to mark the the 170th anniversary of The Great Preston Lock-Out. The University of Central Lancashire History team will host the evening, which will […]
A new addition to a war memorial garden has been unveiled at a secondary school in Penwortham. Penwortham Priory Academy were donated a statue of Corporal Tommy, which stands in […]
Three decades of Rock FM being said on air came to an end this week. The radio station is one of dozens across the UK to lose its locally recognised […]