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Dead & Buried: Victorian Death Talk
Dead & Buried: Victorian Death Talk
Charlie Guy MA dispels the myths of death in Victorian times, and shines a light on some forgotten funeral practices, traditions and superstitions. Booking essential – call 01942 828128 or email wiganmuseum@wigan.gov.uk. £2.50 per person, includes tea and coffee.
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Voices of the Great War
Voices of the Great War
An exhibition of Lancashire Voices in the Great War, including lessons on how to bake a trench cake. Family history consultants are on hand to help visitors find details of who served their country during both world wars, and an evening concert takes place from 7:30pm.
Suffragist Presentation
Suffragist Presentation
Songs, poems, speeches and playlets to celebrate the centenary of the Qualification of Women Act and highlight Suffragist and Suffragette activity. Free to attend, no booking required.
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Votes for Women Talk
Votes for Women Talk
The Ormskirk District Historical Society and Professor Paul Ward present a talk on women’s suffrage entitled ‘Votes for Women – votes for which women? Patriotism and domesticity in the First World War’. Entrance £3 or free for students.
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Remembrance Banquet
Remembrance Banquet
An evening of music and dinner to celebrate our troops. The St. Helens Brass Band will play on arrival, and a 3 course dinner will be served. After dinner, enjoy a performance from the 1940s Wing Dancers and music from Windy Warlow and the A-Train Swing. Booking essential on 01744 886812 or enquiries@inglenook-farm.co.uk.
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Festival of Remembrance
Festival of Remembrance
A special evening to mark the centenary of the end of WW1, featuring a combination of music and the spoken word. Tickets £10.
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Rainhill Remembered
Rainhill Remembered
Join the Rainhill Civic Society for a chat and a cuppa to share your memories of Rainhill. Bring your old photographs, maps and booklets along!
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WW1 Remembrance
WW1 Remembrance
The Royal British Legion Wigan Branch is hosting a thank you event to commemorate the centenary of the Armistice. The 1940s themed night will feature a hotpot supper, live music and a raffle. Tickets are £5 and can be booked by visiting the Royal British Legion Wigan Branch’s Facebook page.
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Road to the Armistice Talk
Road to the Armistice Talk
Douglas Valley Historical Society and Steve Williams present a talk on the 1918 Armistice. Visitor entry costs £2.50 per meeting, annual membership is £12. For more details, call 01257 462166.
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Rebel Women: The Fight for Suffrage in Wigan
Rebel Women: The Fight for Suffrage in Wigan
Commemorate the centenary of women over 30 getting the vote. A full itinerary of speakers including Helen Pankhurst, granddaughter of Sylvia Pankhurst, are scheduled to appear. Tickets £12 for anyone living in the Wigan borough or £15 for anyone else. Lunch included. Contact the Museum of Wigan Life to book.
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