Minecraft (Re)Constructors at Jarrow Hall
Our Anglo-Saxon Village needs your Minecraft construction skills! Can you build a famous monastery in Minecraft? We are looking for young people aged 8-25 to take part in our Minecraft (Re)Constructors project, constructing a virtual monastery – inspired by St Paul’s, which was home to the Venerable Bede. Our archaeological and historical collections staff will […]
Stained Glass Sights
Now on display in our main hall just past reception are some stained glass works created here at Jarrow Hall. In 2024 we have been celebrating the achievements of Professor Dame Rosemary Cramp. As part of this we have been hosting workshops with local artist Chris Dalton. In these, members of the public have been […]
Become a Living History Volunteer
Join our 2025 team of Living History Volunteers! In the new year we will be training our team of living history tour guides here at Jarrow Hall. Our wonderful living history team are experts in Anglo-Saxon life and bring a touch of magic to our visitor experience through heritage skills demonstrations and more. As a […]
Artist in Residence Opportunity
Apply to be our 2025 artist in residence here at Jarrow Hall! Please find details on the residency, deadlines and how to apply below. Overview Groundwork North and South Tyneside Jarrow Hall, with funding from Arts Council England, would like to invite community engaged artist applications for a position as Artist in Residence from April 2025 to […]
News Leak: Our Exciting Roof Works
Works on our museum roof begin this month. The end of drip buckets, wet floor signs and indoor rain is here. Here’s what’s going on and how it affects you! Our museum constantly leaks. If you’ve ever visited you might have guessed this from the number of buckets and wet floor signs everywhere. In fact, […]
Volunteer Spotlight on: Kathleen Devlin
Kathleen is one of our Lead Volunteers and along with co-volunteer, Angela Stout, runs our Craft, Create and Catch-up group. This is a social community that uses ancient techniques to create crafts and materials which are then used throughout Jarrow Hall museum and grounds. Kathleen guides the group on leather-working, embroidery, textile dying and creation, […]