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Local History Galleries

Investigate the development of North Lincolnshire from the early 1800s to the outbreak of the Second World War. Find out about local folklore and customs such as the Haxey Hood and Plough Jags. Changing cases highlight North Lincolnshire parishes and themes within the collections.

People’s War

Experience life in North Lincolnshire during the Second World War. Find out what life was like for those left behind when the men went to war. Step inside an Anderson Shelter and listen to an air raid siren.

Colour photograph of a 1940s living room display in a museum.

Post War Gallery

Explore life in 1950s, 60s and 70s North Lincolnshire. Investigate the modern gadgets in the 50s style kitchen and 60s living room.

Colour photograph of a 1960s living room museum display .

The local history galleries are located on the ground floor of the Museum.

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Online exhibition of local businesses and manufacturing.

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