People can explore some fascinating historical artefacts at open days being organised by the Council as part of Adult Learners’ Week.
On 21st and 25th May, the Council is opening the doors to the St. John’s Museum Store, Bath, and Pixash Archaeology Store, Keynsham, respectively.
Entry is free to visitors of all ages to inspire people to discover how learning can change their lives.
At the St. John’s Store on Tuesday 21st May, visitors can discover how Victorians bathed by examining the bathing equipment and visitor books which provide an insight to spa culture in Bath. The store also features furniture made by local craftsmen.
On Saturday 25th May, at the Pixash Store, you can see some of the stonework from the Medieval Abbey that was located in Keynsham, as well as the Roman Mosaics from a villa discovered on Durley Hill. Also on display are archaeological finds from the Combe Down Stone Mines which include: tools, blocks of stone, and graffiti drawn by the miners many years ago.
Councillor Paul Crossley (Lib-Dem, Southdown), Leader of Council, said: “Visitors have enjoyed exploring their heritage during our previous open days – making tours of the stores locations very popular. Bath & North East Somerset Council has joined in partnership with Adult Learner’s Week 2013 to continue to encourage our visitors and residents to discover more about their heritage and explore it even further.”
St. John’s Store will be open on Tuesday 21st May from 11am-3pm and is located on the corner of Locksbrook Road and Upper Bristol Road next door to the Volkswagen dealership. Pixash Store will be open Saturday 25th May from 11am-3pm and is located next to the Recycling Centre on Pixash Lane. There is no need to book ahead for either event.
Adult Learners’ Week 2013, which runs from 18-24 May, is organised by the National Institute of Adult Continuing Education to inspire people to discover how learning can change their lives.
