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Roll up, roll up. Hear all about it!

Read about Showtown’s progress as we build Blackpool’s new museum. Find out what we are working on behind the scenes and how we are involving the people around us.

SHOWTOTS: our brand new baby and toddler sessions

08 February 2023

Showtown History Centre

07 October 2022

Our history centre remains closed

Heritage Open Days: Schools Project

09 September 2022

During the summer term of 2022, three Blackpool schools took part in an 'Astounding Inventions' project as part of this year’s Heritage Open Days festival. Read more here about the project and the exhibition they have created.

A pause to collecting: thank you

23 June 2022

An update on our collecting status.

Ryan Gleeson: On the Laughter Festival 2022

22 June 2022

Ryan Gleeson from Blackpool’s Comedy Station chats to us about comedy, the Laughter Festival and what makes Blackpool’s audiences the best.

Showtown & 'We're Still Here!' are celebrating Pride in Blackpool

24 May 2022

Find out more about the event and the opportunity to share your stories and lived experiences with us as part of our Pride celebrations.

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We love a good story. Especially when it is about us! We are press and media friendly. Please get in touch.

We are happy to share our collections, information and expertise with you. We can comment on a range of stories including Blackpool’s entertainment and seaside history.

Social dance launches across Blackpool with exciting new film
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Get Dancing's exciting new film
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On with the Show!
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Showtown's time capsule
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150k boost to Showtown
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Showtown's baby elephant arrives
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Showtown's new board members
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Showtown brand and name launch
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