Local HistoryYou are in: Black Country > History > Local History  Residents look at how their areas have changed with the arrival of new communities. Discover more about the Black Country's fascinating history with our selection of feature articles.  Did you know that the first locomotive to run in America was built in Stourbridge?  Captured on film, one of Wolverhampton's most important buildings, through the eyes of ex-employees.  Jim Drew a World War II veteran talks about the war, D-Day and why it is so important to remember.  Dudley Council have issued a statement explaining their stance on the museum's rumoured closure.  An exciting project to restore an historic Halesowen Park to its former glory has been completed.  A thousand-year-old site showcasing Tudor and Victorian history is hidden in Cradley Heath.  The famed caverns under the ring-road are being filled in. Learn about the site and see photos.  One of the UK's top ghost hunters and mediums is looking for your ghost stories for a new book.  Tipton Town Libraries and Civic society are looking for photographs of what Tipton means to you.  In September several rarely opened historic buildings in the Black Country will welcome visitors.  One of the most influential figures in Methodism hailed from Sandwell and his house still stands.  See photos of Bilston's industrial heyday - from Wolverhampton City Council's archives.  Beacon Hill residents are working towards restoring the landmark tower to its "former glory".  Phil Clayton writes about the world famous BCN - the greatest concentration of canals in the UK. You are in: Black Country > History > Local History |
