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In case you missed it: Five stories from Preston this week, August 1 to 7

A view of how the cinema development may look A lot has happened in Preston over the last seven days. The home library service has resumed across the city, a £5,000 donation has been made to the NHS, and […]

4 years ago
The Harris reopens museum and galleries after lockdown

The Harris exterior The Harris has reopened its museum and galleries as the second part of its phased reopening. Visitors are now able to book an online ticket to the museum and gallery […]

4 years ago
Harris secures relief funding for expansion to current collection

Shawanda Corbett Installation The Harris has announced it has received funding from the Contemporary Art Society to add a ceramic pairing and work on paper by Shawanda Corbett to its collection. Corbett was […]

4 years ago
Harris museum announces plans to begin phased re-opening this weekend

Harris visitor staff The Harris will welcome visitors back through its doors from this Saturday (July 11) as part of a phased reopening. The ground floor will open first, with the main library […]

4 years ago
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Harris museum releases updated design plans to reassure concerned Prestonians

The latest design plans for the Harris Museum’s ongoing renovation project were met with some criticism from Blog Preston readers following their unveiling last week. The plans appeared to eliminate […]

4 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
How the inside of the Harris Museum may look after major revamp

The Harris children's space visual The Harris is asking for public feedback on its latest plans as it prepares to become the UK’s first blended museum, art gallery and library. Following last year’s announcement of […]

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 […]

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