The history of The Gibson Library timeline showing various key dates and key people between the years 1826 - 2026

The Gibson Library History Timeline

The Gibson Library has such a rich history that not many people are aware of. We have put together a timeline of some of the most important dates in the history of the Gibson Library.  
A Gibson Library exhibition display cabinet featuring various books and exhibition cards

Thaxted Festival Display

To mark the occasion of the annual Thaxted Festival, we have put together a display on Thaxted and the Morris Dancing Tradition. The festival dates back to 1916 when Gustav Holt first established the Whitsun Festivals in Thaxted Church. The…
Gibson Library's Book of the Month flyer featuring the book cover of "The Imagined Village" by Georgina Boyes, showing five young girls holding Morris dancing sticks.

June Book of the Month

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