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Browse StoriesThe History of John’s Place: A house, museum and memorial
The building of John’s Place 2023 marks the centenary of the building of John’s Place. In 1923, Mrs […]
Hastings Pier
Hastings Pier has stood for over 150 years since it opened to the public in 1872. Today it […]
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Taxidermy
Skate egg cases. Accession Register: Two egg capsules of a…
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Drawing
Pencil. George Street by Samuel Prout.
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Bowl
Part of Samian ware bowl, with a round motif showing…
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