Prisoner of War

Inside the Collections

In 1941, Leo Rawlings was deployed overseas, an experience that would change his life forever. Captured and held as a prisoner of war, Rawlings turned to art to document the unimaginable. Now, you have the chance to come face to face with these powerful artworks from the Grundy collection and delve into the history behind them.

Event times

Sat 05 July 2025, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tickets

FREE

Please call 01253 478170 to book

Grundy Art Gallery

What's on this month

Wartime Blackpool

02 April 2025

As the world commemorates 80 years since the end of the Second World War, Blackpool’s untold wartime story takes centre stage in a compelling new exhibition at Showtown!

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Typography Masterclass

21 June 2025, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Join artist Lisa Wigham to discover the town's unique signage and typography.

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Untold Histories: Blackpool Regiment

26 June 2025, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

The Blackpool Regiment was short-lived. During this talk, discover more about the formation of the Regiment and some of its untold stories.

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Wartime Exhibition Tour

28 June 2025

Join Showtown curators as they give you a unique insight into the objects and collections on display in the Wartime Blackpool Exhibition.

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Escaping the Blitz: Blackpool’s Air Raid Experiences in WWII

03 July 2025, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

In this talk Dr. Tom Carter will discuss Blackpool’s experiences of air raids in the Second World War.

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Showtown Relaxed Hour

06 July 2025, 10:00am - 11:00am

Ideal for visitors who appreciate a quieter, calmer atmosphere and want to enjoy Showtown at a more relaxed pace, away from the usual crowds.

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Exploring Wartime Art with the Imperial War Museum

10 July 2025, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join Imperial War Museum curator, Sarah Holdaway, for an exploration of Charles Ernst Cundall's work.

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Jitterbug and Jive: Family Dance Workshop

12 July 2025, 11:00am - 3:30pm

Get into the swing of 1940s Blackpool with our Jitterbug and Jive workshop. Perfect for the whole family!

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