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The Harris celebrates 130th anniversary

The Harris community celebrating 130 Years The Harris has celebrated its 130th anniversary. The iconic cultural institution turned 130-years-old on 26 October. Back in 1893, the doors were opened by Lord Derby and eager visitors were welcomed […]

5 months ago
Harris Museum revamp sees costs soar due to inflation

The harris Pic: Lancashire County Council The redevelopment of the Harris Museum, Art Gallery and Library is to receive a boost this week, as councillors approved a further contribution of £375,000 on a Cabinet meeting on Thursday […]

1 year ago
Preston applies for extra £585k funding for Harris refurb

The Harris and looking towards the Town Hall in Preston city centre Pic: Tony Worrall A funding application for £585,000 is being made to the Arts Council to upgrade the Harris’ special exhibition galleries.  Preston City Council is applying for the grant as part of […]

2 years ago
Victorian Society slams ‘damaging’ plans to change the Harris

Architectural model of the proposed changes to the Harris Pic: Buttress Architects Ltd The Victorian Society is calling for Preston City Council to refuse plans to alter the Harris, which it says is one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture in […]

3 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement Plans submitted for £10.7m Harris refurbishment

Architectural model of the proposed changes to the Harris Pic: Buttress Architects Ltd Plans have been submitted to revitalise the Harris through a £10.7m scheme. The plans aim to prevent the decay of the building while creating a community resource and world-class gallery and […]

3 years ago
‘Preserve a Victorian gem’ to ‘it will attract more visitors’ – how city responded to Harris Museum design concepts

The Harris exterior The Harris Museum and Art Gallery have announced plans for a major renovation but Preston’s initial reaction doesn’t seem particularly supportive. The museum is looking for public feedback on the […]

4 years ago
Next phase of Re-imagining the Harris underway as project team announced

The front of the Harris lit up by the Transfomers for Love Notes To Preston The Harris has announced its partner team for the Re-Imagining the Harris project. The project’s ambition is to make the Harris a focal point for creativity, making, information and learning […]

4 years ago
Man responsible for ‘re-imagining the Harris’ is leaving

The Harris Museum and Art Gallery will need a new leader Pic: Tony Worrall The Harris Museum and Art Gallery will need a new leader Pic: Tony Worrall The man tasked with ‘Re-imagining the Harris’ has decided to take his dreams to Bristol. Jon […]

6 years ago
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