We held four community planning workshops at Masham Town Hall back in January with the participation of school groups, teachers, local residents, history enthusiasts, businesses, and families. The sessions were organised by our interpretive design company Bright White Ltd of York.
The main objective of the sessions was to generate initial ideas for interactive exhibits and activities that will be displayed in purpose-built ‘boxes of discovery and delight’ at Peacock & Verity. These boxes will showcase the history and heritage of the town, focusing on themes such as farming, trade, and community. The exhibits will be interactive, catering to a broad age group, and will encourage visitors to engage with the material and learn about Masham's rich history. During the sessions, participants discussed Masham's origins as a crossroads for trade and its evolution as a centre for sheep farming and dairy production. They emphasised the role of Masham's churches and community events in shaping the town's identity. Local residents were also keen to provide insights into the lives of the people who have lived and worked in Masham over the centuries, adding a rich and textured portrait of this historic town. Local social history curator Virginia Arrowsmith also attended the sessions and generously brought along a variety of touchable and fascinating objects from the past. Everyone enjoyed hearing about their original purpose, and plenty of ideas were suggested for activities, games, and puzzles that could be included in the boxes. The most unexpected discovery of the day was the suggestion that Masham was the first place in the UK to use double yellow lines! Research into this fascinating story is ongoing. If you couldn't make the sessions and have ideas of what we could include in our boxes of discovery, we'd love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected]
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