OUR OTHER ACTIVITIES
Much work was done over the years by Society members to ensure the preservation of the history of Verwood in oral, written, photographic and tangible form. These archives and artefacts are now stored at Verwood Heathland Heritage Centre.
PHOTOGRAPHS
The Society held a very extensive collection of prints and slides of past pictures of
the town. A modern
collection was started recording the recent
changes in the area.
POTTERY
A large collection of Verwood pottery was
brought back to the town several years ago when such pieces were rare in the
locality. This and many other donations of the craft
ARTEFACTS
A number of other artefacts relating to the
history of the town, including bricks, books, signs etc. have been
collected.
RECORDS
Copies have been made of census records of the parish from 1841 to 1901. Parish register entries have also been copied. Some of these are currently online for local and family history researchers.
In addition, newspaper reports, school log books, minute books, tithe apportionments and many other items have been copied.
MEMORIES
The memories of some of the older residents
have been recorded. These include general reminiscences and specific
occupations.
FAMILY HISTORY
Through the above we have been able to help many people whose ancestors
lived in Verwood.
EXHIBITIONS
We have held several successful exhibitions
over the years. Exhibitions
are now held at Verwood Heathland Heritage Centre.
SCHOOLS
We have had a good relationship with the local
schools over many years. The Local
History on our web pages gives information and photographs useful to school
projects.
For enquiries concerning these items please contact Verwood Heathland Heritage Centre.