Step into the past at Perton Library as we celebrate the Staffordshire History Festival with a free family-friendly open day packed with live action, hands-on fun, and fascinating stories from the past!
We have a dizzying variety of activities and stalls, including:
- Age of Penda – Anglo Saxon encampment and epic staged battles throughout the day
- Victorian Life Comes Alive – re-enactor Liz Scott with activities and captivating exhibits perfect for children
- Meet a soldier and nurse from the Great War – hands-on learning for all ages
- Bert Flitcroft – former Staffordshire Poet Laureate shares his work and insights
- Hour Shakespeare – live performances bringing classic tales and literature to life
- Staffordshire Archives & Heritage Service
- Pocket Film Festival - Distinctively Staffordshire – A visual review of all things Staffordshire… enjoy the films all day
- Apedale Heritage Centre
- RAF Museum Midlands
- Boscobel House – meet the team from English Heritage
- Midland Ancestors – expert advice on tracing your family tree
- National Trust Moseley Old Hall
- Battle of Tettenhall Display
- Portable Antiquities Scheme – with activities for children
- Friends of Wolverhampton Archives
- Wolverhampton Archaeology Group
- Archaeology in Mind Group
- The Western Front Association
- Local author and archery expert Mark R. Cooper
This is your chance to get hands-on with history, meet passionate experts, and uncover the stories that shaped Staffordshire.
Saturday 3 October
10am to 3pm
Free of charge
Booking not required
We can't wait to welcome you to a day of adventure, learning and fun!
For more information, including facilities and where to find us, please call us on 01902 506050, email perton.library@staffordshire.gov.uk, or see our Perton Library webpage.