Into the Mouth of Hell
04 May - 09 Sep 12
Between 1812 and 1862 there were four major coal mining disasters on Tyneside, revealing the tragic shortcomings of the technology and safety measures employed in the pits. Coal provided energy, comfort and prosperity to society, but pitmen risked their lives deep underground mining it and bringing it to the surface.
This exhibition invites visitors to explore how new technology can take communities to the edge.
Part of the programme to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Hartley Pit Disaster.
A new area in Discovery Museum where you can see films, unusual objects from our collection and find out more about some of the weird and wonderful objects we have.
The Hub
9:56am 19 Jun 2013
A new area in Discovery Museum where you can see films, unusual objects from our collection and find out more about some of the weird and wonderful objects we have.
The Hub
9:56am 19 Jun 2013
Flickr
YouTube
Hooky and Proggy Mats - A Beginner's Guide
Textile artist Ali Rhind gives a step by step guide to creating hooky and proggy rag rugs.
In Search of Segedunum
A film dating from the 1970s showing pupils and staff from Heworth Grange School carrying our excavations at the site of Segedunum Roman Fort in Wallsend.
This film was donated to Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths & Museum by a visitor.
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