Display reveals new research on Pearl of York
A new display invites visitors to discover new research on St Margaret Clitherow and the mystery behind how the Bar Convent became custodians of her relic. Using unseen documents from the Bar Convent’s archives, students from York St John University have been...
Follow In the footsteps of education pioneer Mary Ward
The Bar Convent in York is inviting families to discover the story of the trailblazer Yorkshire woman, Mary Ward during the half-term break.It was Mary Ward’s mission to educate girls, and it is thanks to her that her followers established the first school for girls...
Mary Ward Week celebrates Yorkshire-born pioneer of girls’ education
The Bar Convent in York will mark Mary Ward Week (January 23-30) with a series of activities to raise awareness of this extraordinary Yorkshire woman who paved the way for ground-breaking local, national and international change.Mary Ward (January 23 1585-January 30...
Peace on Earth theme for Bar Convent Christmas display
The Bar Convent in York is continuing its tradition of creating a meaningful, community- spirited display for the Christmas period. This year, the convent has partnered with New Visuality, an award-winning charity based in York that seeks to advance the arts,...
