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New project aims to shine light on 'unrecorded' disability experiences in Suffolk
A new heritage project will capture the lived experiences of people with disabilities in Suffolk, addressing a gap in historical records while challenging perceptions about inclusion and accessibility in communities today.by
Oliver Rouane-Williams
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Criminal or trailblazer? Margaret Catchpole's story returns to Suffolk
The personal letters of Margaret Catchpole, a servant girl who became a Suffolk legend after her daring jail escape and eventual deportation to Australia, invite visitors to decide for themselves whether she was a criminal or a woman charting her own path.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Discover your local roots with free access to new 400-year-old records
Suffolk residents can access newly digitised historical records for free at The Hold in Ipswich and Suffolk Libraries, with online beginner sessions planned to help people get started.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Exhibition to celebrate the 'unsung heroines' of Suffolk's fishing past
The stories of remarkable women who performed skilled but back-breaking work in Suffolk's once-booming herring industry are being brought to life in a new touring exhibition.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Local migration exhibition competing for global heritage award
Suffolk Archives' community-led project about migration stories is in the running against attractions from 15 countries for a prestigious museums award.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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