Relive the Golden Age of Cinema at Scunthorpe’s New Exhibition

Relive the Golden Age of Cinema at Scunthorpe’s New Exhibition

A captivating journey through the ‘golden age of cinema’ awaits visitors at North Lincolnshire Museum in Scunthorpe. The ‘Picture House Past: Cinemas of North Lincolnshire’ exhibition opens on Saturday, 22 November and runs until Sunday, 3 May 2026. This event offers a nostalgic peek into the local cinemas that once united communities with the allure of film.

The exhibition delves into the history of cinema buildings in North Lincolnshire, including those in Ashby, Barton, Brigg, Crowle, Epworth, and Scunthorpe. A significant emphasis is placed on the iconic Majestic Cinema. Attendees can explore photographs, artifacts, and personal stories. Among those is a mosaic from the Majestic Cinema — carefully restored by the University of Lincoln after suffering damage during demolition.

Local residents have shared their fond reminiscences of the Majestic Cinema. Anthony Mitchell recalls the experience of watching the re-release of Star Wars as a teenager while former employee Shawn Cooper remarked about the vibrant atmosphere, long queues, and ice-cream served during intervals.

The exhibition opens Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 16:00 GMT, and Sundays from 13:00 to 16:00, aiming to transport visitors back to an era when the silver screen was a central part of community life.

This article is a derivative work produced by The Lincoln Post, based on original reporting by www.bbc.com.