Tucked away in Morrab Gardens which are themselves tucked away in the heart of Penzance, Morrab Library is at last beginning to fledge its archival wings for the benefit of a wider audience. For all those with an interest in the history of Newlyn make a point fo visting the library over the next few days to enjoy a rare opportunity to peruse a fascinating collection brought together by some of the library staff.
Glyn and Alan have been toiling away to put together a fantastic exhibition to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the voyage of the Rosebud to Westminster in 1937.
The crew of the Rosebud carried a petition from the people of Newlyn Town, in an attempt to save fishermens' cottages from wholesale demolition by the Penzance Council under their interpretation of the Housing Acts 1925 - 1935. You can find out a little more about this history here, but for a more insightful look, come and see the exhibition in the library, featuring photographs, a bit of the keel, and a model of the Rosebud.
The exhibition runs between 17th and 27th October in the Reading Room at the library.
We look forward to seeing you here!
