Cumbria Archive Service is 60 years old this year and they will be holding an open day on Saturday 12th November at Carlisle Archive Centre to mark their anniversary.
There will be several elements to the day including:
• A local and family history fair in the foyer and search room.
• See behind the scenes at Cumbria Archive Service: Tours/demonstrations of the Archive Centre and Lady Gilford House.
• Family zone full of fun activities for all ages: Activity room for families and all ages to have a go at a variety of activities.
• A series of talks about their work, collections and how you can use the Archive Service.
• Food and drink in the Victorian Kitchen.
They will also mark the occasion by planting a tree as a long-term legacy of their commemoration.
CFHS plan to be in attendance. This is just a brief outline of the event and more details will be added as they become available.
