ARA ALES Lunchtime Seminar: "Reminiscence Workshops by Archives: Wigan & Leigh"
Speakers: Carmen Alvaro Gonzalez and Thomas McGrath
Online - Tuesday 4th November 2025 - 1.00pm to 2.00pm
Our speakers for this session are Thomas McGrath and Carmen Alvaro Gonzalez who will speak about “Reminiscence Workshops by Archives: Wigan & Leigh.” Their talk will focus on the reminiscence sessions delivered by Archives: Wigan & Leigh at care homes around the Wigan Borough. They will discuss their experiences working with residents who have dementia, the impact of history and reminiscence workshops on well-being, and the role archives can play within the community.
During the session there will be the opportunity for questions and discussion with the speakers. Please note that the event will be recorded, and the recording will be made available to ARA members only via the ARA website.
About our speakers:
Thomas McGrath is a Customer Services Officer and lead on volunteering and placements at Archives: Wigan & Leigh. His background is in British social history, focusing in particular on everyday lived experiences.
Carmen Alvaro Gonzalez is a Customer Services Officer and lead on engagement and learning at Archives: Wigan & Leigh. Her background is in the visual arts and its application in the heritage sector.
Since the latter end of 2023, Carmen and Thomas have been designing and delivering reminiscence workshops across the Wigan Borough as part of their outreach programme.
Booking costs: ARA members £10 and non-members £15
The closing date for Eventbrite bookings is Friday 31st October 2025. Joining instructions will be sent 24 hours before the start date.
Please book your place here before Friday 31st October October 2025 by 5.00pm