The last time we held this talk, we sold out of tickets and there were people who couldn't get in. So, to satisfy demand, Angela List-Evans has agreed to a repeat performance.
In 1930 unemployment in East Cleveland reached over 90% and many miners and their families were destitute.In response to this, James and Ruth Pennyman of Ormesby Hall, along with other local landowners, created schemes and ways for miners to earn income.
A new workshop was started to teach the miners carpentry. They made furniture, known as Boosbeck Furniture and sold it locally, later moving to a showroom in North Ormesby. Today, this furniture sells for thousands at auction and is highly collectible.
Come and find out about this fascinating subject and learn about the groundbreaking design that was a feature of Boosbeck Industries' products.
Angela-List Evans is Collections Manager at Land of Iron and her talk builds on her research thesis for her MA in Design History at Northern School of Art.
Doors open 1pm. Talk starts 1.30pm. Refreshments will be available.