Arthur Wharton Story at The National Football Museum!

The National Football Museum is currently screening the Arthur Wharton Story a film about Britain's First Black Professional Footballer. The half hour documentary follows Television presenter and photographer Johnny Pitts as he discovers the hidden story of one of the Edwardian periods best goalkeepers. FURD the films producers, are currently developing a learning resource about Arthur Wharton for schools.

Preston North End, Team Photo 1888 - 1889

The National Football Museum in Manchester hosts the world’s greatest football collection and celebrates  football history and culture!

The Arthur Wharton Story - National Football Museum Screening

Just in time for Black History Month 2013, The National Football Museum in Manchester is screening The Arthur Wharton Story.  Visit the Football Museum's website for times and check out the film if you are in Manchester!

The film has been well received by fans and the general public alike and the screening at a the Museum, whose remit is to preserve and share the history of British Football, puts a shiny crown on a great year for the film!