Free exhibition to mark 90-year anniversary of Jarrow March set for town hall
The free public exhibition will take place at Jarrow Town Hall – the starting point of the 1936 march.
The exhibition marking the 90th anniversary of the Jarrow March is now only days away from opening its doors.
Residents and visitors to South Tyneside are reminded of the invitation to discover this remarkable piece of history as the borough commemorates of one of the most powerful chapters in its history.
A free public exhibition will take place at Jarrow Town Hall – the starting point of the march - on Saturday and Sunday, October 3 and 4. It brings together archive photographs and information displays to tell the story of the Jarrow Crusade and the people behind it.
In October 1936, 200 men set out from Jarrow on a 26-day journey to London to demand jobs and investment for their town, following widespread unemployment and the closure of local shipyards.
Their determination and resilience captured national attention and ensured the Jarrow Crusade would become one of Britain’s most recognised acts of peaceful protest.
Cllr Stan Wildhirt, Mayor of South Tyneside, said: “The Jarrow March is a story of courage, community and hope, and it continues to hold a very special place in the hearts of people across South Tyneside.
“This exhibition is a chance for residents and visitors to come together, remember the remarkable men who made that journey, and celebrate the spirit of Jarrow that still inspires us today.”
Cllr Susan Sybenga, deputy leader of South Tyneside Council, said: “The 90th anniversary is an important opportunity to honour the legacy of the Jarrow Crusade and to share its story with new generations.
“The exhibition will help bring this history to life and remind us of the strength, resilience and determination shown by the people of Jarrow.”
Jarrow MP Kate Osborne said: “It is important to pay tribute to the enduring legacy of the Jarrow Crusade, which continues to inspire pride in Jarrow and has secured the town a lasting place in the history of social justice and the fight for the right to work.”
The exhibition is open to the public from 10am to 2pm on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 October, and is free to attend.
Residents, families and visitors are encouraged to drop into Jarrow Town Hall over the weekend to learn more about the crusade and its lasting legacy.