Experience Barnsley opened in 2013 but collecting the objects, photos, documents, films and stories happened over several years before opening. ‘The Barnsley Wall’ has rare archaeological artefacts, object and archive displays, films and interactives which all trace the known history of Barnsley from pre-historical times to the 21st century. As well as presenting a timeline, the museum also explores working life, leisure time, and home and family over the years. They have continued to collect since opening, from medieval finds to Victorian costume to digital photos of life in lockdown.