Celebrating York’s Gypsy and Traveller Heritage

In 2023, as part of our co-produced exhibition, York Museums Trust commissioned York Travellers Trust to produce a film that celebrates their history and heritage through objects and stories that have cultural and historical significance to them. This film was created at Catch Up Club, a weekly meeting of women who come together to cook, make crafts and most importantly catch up! Over two weeks, the group brought in old photos and objects that are important to them, including Welsh blankets, bone handled knives and water cans. Participants enjoyed talking about their past and sharing memories with each other. The women believe it is important that they talk so that their stories can be shared.