The Dales Countryside Museum in Hawes is reporting a surge in visitor numbers, all aiming to see the newly displayed Marie Hartley sketches. These aren't just art—they are vital historical documents showing the interior of lead mines and the architecture of farms that no longer exist. The museum staff say they’ve had visitors from as far afield as Canada and Japan this week.
Marie Hartley Sketches: National Interest Grows
20 April 2026
Hawes Museum becomes a pilgrimage for art lovers