The story of the Keld Institute from its beginnings as part of the mid-Victorian passion for self improvement, to the great 1913 dispute over dancing, to its present-day re-formation as an modern activity and exhibition space.
A study of the great mid nineteenth century pastor with a passion for education whose energy and powers of persuasion rebuilt the chapel and manse, established the school and built the Institute.
Cash book and register containing details of membership, subscriptions and expenditure for the years 1904 - 1912.
This book has been very badly water damaged resulting in some pages becoming very faded.
Available to download to read in full screen
Borrowing register of books and journals for the years 1887 - 1903.
This document is now quite fragile and some pages have become very faded.
Can be downloaded to view in full screen
The original minute book from the start of the society. It details the original society rules, meeting minutes and registers of members. Available to download