Step back into the buzz of the classroom, the thrill of student societies, and the proud legacy of Bradford’s educational pioneers. Drop in to a day shaped by archives, small exhibitions, inspiring talks, and captivating film screenings — including newly digitised gems from the Bradford Grammar School Film Society (1960–1968), shown to the public for the very first time.

For one day only, West Yorkshire Archive Service, University of Bradford Special Collections and Archives, Yorkshire Film Archive, the Mechanics Institute, the Saltaire Collection at Shipley College, Hanson Academy and Bradford Grammar School — will unite under one roof to celebrate the stories, spirit, and impact of education in Bradford.

Join us for a one‑of‑a‑kind celebration of the people, places, and learning that shaped generations.

Drop in all day:
10:30-15:30 – Open day featuring exhibitions, archive material, information stands
11:00-15:00 – ‘Create Your Own Exercise Book’ through bookbinding workshops – West Yorkshire Archive Service

Timed activities (no need to book):
11:00-11:45 – Film Screening – Yorkshire Film Archive & Bradford Grammar School
12:00-12:45 – Talk: ‘TBC’ – University of Bradford
14:00-14:45 – Film Screening – Yorkshire Film Archive & Bradford Grammar School [Repeat of 11am screening]