Gateshead, on the southern bank of the River Tyne, has a rich
heritage and distinctive identity. It is a vibrant cultural centre
in the north-east of England, home of Sage Gateshead, the Baltic
Centre for Contemporary Art and the Angel of the North. During the
Industrial Revolution the town was renowned for its shipbuilding
and ironworking industries, fed by nearby collieries, and it also
pioneered the development of wire rope and the electric light bulb.
Celebrating Gateshead chronicles the proud heritage of Gateshead,
its important moments and what draws so many to this vibrant town
today, from inventions to industry, landmarks to leisure, and
newsworthy events to notable achievements. New buildings and
structures such as the award-winning Millennium Bridge, arts
centres and quayside have won awards, and other historic areas
regenerated for the twenty-first century. Within the fields of
industry, sport, philanthropy, art, music and literature many
Gateshead people have made an impressive contribution. The authors
look back on the royal visits to the town, significant
anniversaries and local traditions, and special events such as the
National Garden Festival in 1990. Illustrated throughout, this
fascinating book offers a marvellous insight into Gateshead's rich
heritage, its special events and important moments, and will be a
valuable contribution to the history of the town and provide a
source of many memories to those who have known it well over the
years.
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