The Harris reopened today after its stunning £19 million transformation.
An official ceremony saw the ribbon cut by Mayor of Preston Sue Whittam, with help from Wallace & Gromit creator Nick Park, and Councillor Anna Hindle, Cabinet Member for Arts and Culture.
Addressing the crowd, Cllr Hindle said: “The reopening marks a new chapter in The Harris’ 130-year history with a space that Preston can be truly proud of.”
Read more: Nick Park leads joyful grand reopening of The Harris in Preston
As soon as the ceremony finished, excited visitors flocked to the doors on Harris Street and Jacson Street, plus the new entrance on Lancaster Road. Large queues formed with locals of all ages plus visitors from around the world who were eager to explore the new-look museum, art gallery, and library.
The opening day quickly got booked up, with next weekend’s slots also being fully taken.
Local photographer Mick Porter was there to capture the excitement. Scroll down to enjoy a selection of his photos. Tap or press and hold to view the images in a larger format.
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