Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran
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Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran is held on 17 January 2027 at The Harris in Preston. A volunteer-led talk explores the history behind human skulls found during the construction of Preston Docks, journeying from the Neolithic period to the present day.
Personal insights into The Harris’ collections – chosen, researched and shared by our wonderful volunteers. Discover the history behind the human skulls found during the construction of Preston Docks with our wonderful volunteer Fran. This talk with take us on a journey through time from the Neolithic period, via the Saxons to the present day. Who were these people whose final resting place is the Harris? How did they live? How did they die? How did they end up on the docks? We may answer some of these questions so book your place to find out. Location in the building: Discover Preston Gallery.
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Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran takes place on Sunday, 17 January 2027 at 14:00.
Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran is held at The Harris in Preston (Market Square, Preston PR1 2PP).
Entry to Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Harris can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran can be booked via theharris.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran is held on 17 January 2027 at The Harris in Preston. A volunteer-led talk explores the history behind human skulls found during the construction of Preston Docks, journeying from the Neolithic period to the present day.
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Personal insights into The Harris’ collections – chosen, researched and shared by our wonderful volunteers. Discover the history behind the human skulls found during the construction of Preston Docks with our wonderful volunteer Fran. This talk with take us on a journey through time from the Neolithic period, via the Saxons to the present day. Who were these people whose final resting place is the Harris? How did they live? How did they die? How did they end up on the docks? We may answer some of these questions so book your place to find out. Location in the building: Discover Preston Gallery.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Hotels within walking distance of The Harris. Searching near Market Square, Preston PR1 2PP; check-in Sunday, 17 January 2027.
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Market Square, Preston PR1 2PP
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran?
Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran takes place on Sunday, 17 January 2027 at 14:00.
Where is Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran taking place?
Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran is held at The Harris in Preston (Market Square, Preston PR1 2PP).
How much are tickets for Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran?
Entry to Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Harris can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran?
Tickets for Harris Highlights: Preston Docks Skulls with Harris Volunteer Fran can be booked via theharris.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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