#Friday fact: Did you know that Fairfax's Chair is on display at the National Civil War Centre. For those who might not know, Sir Thomas Fairfax was commander in chief of the New Model Army during the British Civil War. Entry is free for Newark and Sherwood residents.

Great news for #Newark 👏

We're delighted to have been shortlisted for the Kids in Museums #FamilyFriendlyMuseum Award for the 2nd year in a row! Thank you to all those who nominated us as one of the Best Small Museums for families in the UK. Find out more: newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/latest-news/20…

Local schools, please share these great FREE arts programmes with your students Newark Academy Magnus Academy The Suthers School The Dukeries Academy Joseph Whitaker The Minster School

Great opportunity for local young people 👏

While you're enjoying the Newark Book Festival Fun Day this Sunday, don't miss the chance to climb up the spiral staircase and view it from above! Friends of Newark Castle will be there to welcome you from 10am-2pm. #medieval #notts #Castle The National Lottery Heritage Fund Midlands & East

We're so excited to be attending the #FamilyFriendlyMuseum Awards today and wish the best of luck to all of our fellow museums shortlisted. Massive thanks again to everyone who nominated us and who continue to support us by attending our family events. Fingers crossed!

Kids in Museums The Cooper Gallery Congrats to National Civil War Centre for winning Best small museum! #FamilyFriendlyMuseums Kids in Museums

News | Young V&A named #FamilyFriendlyMuseum of the year – National Civil War Centre and Turner Contemporary also win Kids in Museums awards Read: ow.ly/qg3j50TGKsF

Thank you so much to all the families who nominated us! We are thrilled to be voted Best Small Museum for families! National Civil War Centre #FamilyFriendlyMuseum #Newark

Tomorrow's Mini Museum theme is camping so expect campfire songs and games to enjoy with your little ones from 10.30am tomorrow! Remember, you can book in advance to ensure your FREE place at palacenewark.com/whats-on/insta…

LISTEN to this #podcast with the biographer Of Thomas Fairfax, Professor Andy Hopper of @OxfordConted discussing relationship with #OliverCromwell worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/podcast/black-…

Interested in learning more about #oracy? Join us to explore using oracy successfully in your #History classroom. Our partners at Newark Academy have already done some great work on this. Sandford Award @CLOtC

Many new insights about civil wars in Britain & Ireland in recent years. To stay updated Cromwell Association & National Civil War Centre invited Professors Peter Gaunt & @TedVallance to provide reviews - especially valuable for #teachers AVAILABLE Wednesday

This Friday, meet local historian Stuart Jennings and discover what it was like to live through Newark’s sieges with a fascinating talk at 7.30pm. You'll also be able to enjoy a look at his new book and buy a signed copy. Book now for just £10 at ow.ly/97gv50TLuZc

Celebrate the seasons with us at this week's Mini Museum! On Thursday morning, at 10.30am, bring your little ones along to enjoy fun and play all inspired by spring, summer, autumn and winter. It's FREE to join in and we recommend booking your place at palacenewark.com/whats-on/insta…

More talk about the importance of oracy on BBC Radio 4 Today this morning. There are a few spaces left to join the #oracy conversation with us at National Civil War Centre and our friends at Newcastle University Library Education Outreach #History #teachertwitter

Teachers, we're hosting FREE Oracy in the Classroom CPD here on Wed 6 Nov! Funded by the National Archives with Newcastle University Archive and Special Collections, enjoy an intro to oracy and explore using archives and museum objects in your classroom: newcastle-uk.libwizard.com/f/oracy_CPD_Ne…

WE'RE HIRING We're seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Collections and Exhibitions Officer to look after collections at Newark Town Hall Museum and Art Gallery, and support the development of the museum offer here at the National Civil War Centre: nationalcivilwarcentre.com/getinvolved/jo…