History5 hrs agoThe controversial US art of engraving whale teethAs Moby Dick turns 175, some of the last American scrimshanders grapple with the legacy of maintaining one of the US's oldest art forms.5 hrs ago23 hrs agoMuseum seeks £29k for WW2 'greatest raid' medalsThe funds would buy a case to house the medals awarded to the naval officer after Operation Chariot.23 hrs ago1 day agoTreasures hidden in plain sight go on displayA paten and a chalice have joined the Barnetby font on display at North Lincolnshire Museum.1 day ago1 day agoThe unsolved mystery of the Fall River axe murdersIn 1893, Lizzie Borden was acquitted of killing her father and stepmother. It became one of the US's most infamous unsolved mysteries – and the subject of a new Netflix drama.1 day ago2 days agoNew online tool to help search county's archives From the comfort of home, users can locate and order up items from the vaults prior to their visit.2 days ago2 days agoPlaque unveiled for Belgian World War One workersA group of Belgians travel to Birtley to honour those who died there during the war.2 days ago2 days agoThe tomb raiders who plundered million-dollar potsIt was one of the finest pieces of art ever bought by the Met. But it had come from an Italian grave robber. In 1975, the BBC investigated the global trade in stolen antiquities.2 days ago3 days agoEvent shows historical house restoration worksA special event will show how Farnham's 18th Century Willmer House is being restored. 3 days ago3 days agoChildhood photographs wanted for exhibitionPeople are being asked to share pictures of their childhood and growing up in Hull.3 days ago...
