At Darlington Libraries our Centre for Local Studies holds a variety of unique treasures that we are very proud of. If you would like special access to them or to find out more details then please email us on local.studies@darlington.gov.uk
Below is a small glimpse of some of the items we hold.
Isaac Coates
Isaac was born in Norton, near Stockton in 1808. His maternal aunt was Rachel Pease, the wife of Edward ‘Railway’ Pease so he was related to one of the most prominent families in Darlington.
Memorial and Record, European War 1914-1918
Pease and Partners Ltd, Darlington 1920
Pierremont Tile
This lovely snowy scene of Pierremont is our December treasure. It is oil painted on tile by an unknown artist and its’s lovely red velvet frame makes it a festive choice.