A fascinating story of 12 actors who died in WWI
With Remembrance Day just around the corner, come along to Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery on Friday 8 November from 12:30pm to 1:30pm and hear about a sale-room discovery of a memorial plaque to twelve actors who died in WWI.
Find out about their acting careers in the early 20th Century and their deaths in action.
Living relatives and family photographs have been traced using family history techniques and stories have been found in military archives, newspapers and other sources.
Booking is essential as places are limited to 50. To book a FREE place, please email museum@nuneatonandbedworth.gov.uk or call the Museum on 024 7637 6158 or pop into the main reception.
Councillor Tim Jenkins, Portfolio Holder for Leisure, Communities and Health said:
“I’m delighted that the Lunchtime Talks programme hosted by Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery continues to grow in popularity.
“These fantastic, free talks are both entertaining and informative and are a great way to spend a lunch hour.”
There are several temporary exhibitions to enjoy throughout the building. As always, admission is free, though donations are always welcomed.
For opening hours, visit the Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery webpage.