For the second phase of the museum redisplay an area has been set aside for war memorials. Six memorials have been chosen from the collection, 5 of which require conservation due to having been mounted outside for many years and also having been damaged in the 2007 flood.


The memorials have had many different treatments including washing to remove residue and deposits from the flood, wax treatments to renew colours and preserve and polishing.


The memorials are now on display for our visitors enjoyment.

Another item that was submerged in flood waters has been restored. The Lister Auto Truck is a three-wheeled towing vehicle which would have been used in the steel industry to tow flat bed trailers around the steel works.

Here is the truck after the floods, before the conservation work started:

It is powered by a two cylinder Lister diesel engine (LR2). The engine number suggests that it was manufactured in the late 60s. It produces a modest 10.5 HP at an engine speed of 2500rpm.

Many parts were removed to allow a detailed cleaning and conservation of it's mechanisms. About 6 litres of flood water was drained from the engine and gearbox.

The truck has not been repainted to show it's condition at the end of its use in the steel works.

Last weekend the museum hosted its annual Christmas Market. With nearly 7000 visitors over the two days this was one of the most successful to date.


Visitors were able to see the new areas of the museum alongside the 71 market stalls where they could buy presents and stocking fillers. There was also a chance to meet Father Christmas and activities to keep the children entertained!


Now we're looking forward to see what next year brings . . .

Kelham's Victorian Christmas Market is back! This weekend will see hundreds of craft stalls take over the museum's galleries, plus all day entertainment, children’s activities and a chance to meet Father Christmas.

Saturday 6th December 2008 from 10am til 7pm
Sunday 7th December 2008 from 10am til 5pm

Adults £3
Concessions £2
Accompanied children free

This week is The Big Draw - a national event aimed at getting everyone drawing. Come and join in special half-term activities at Kelham Island Museum.

This is your chance to make tiles using tools linked to Sheffield's industrial past and to get a first look at the new museum!