Telling Tales Podcast Launch
This event celebrates the launch of Telling tales podcast and gives a chance to listen to the rich history of Gateshead.
In this event, you will discover the tumultuous history of St Mary's Heritage Centre, the 'teemers' and 'trimmers' and their typical day working at Dunston Staiths, and many more stories including the history of Gateshead Garden Festival, the Metrocentre, Crowley Ironworks, and Gibside National Trust.
The venue, St Mary's Heritage Centre, will be open on the day from 10:30 until 2pm to visit the place, and exhibition, listen to the podcast and wander around; but the event will be held from 11:30am to 12:30pm.
The event will include a celebration of the launch and a chance to listen to the podcasts, followed by tea, coffee and snacks. This occasion offers a valuable opportunity to reflect on the collective history of our area and to celebrate those who have played a role in preserving these stories of Gateshead's rich history.
Telling Tales is supported through funding from Historic England.