On this website you can find out about our exhibitions, events and educational activities. Let us keep you in touch with the history all around you.
Every object has its story and we aim to unlock these untold tales through our events and activities.
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26 November, 2010 10:30 am to 31 December, 2010 4:30 pm.
The Museum revisits a time of rationing, gas masks and make-do-and-mend. Experience life on the Home Front with this specially themed Christmas exhibition.
19 October, 2010 10:30 am to 30 October, 2010 5:00 pm.
A new exhibition which details the history of homelessness in Cambridge. This
exhibition has been written in conjunction with the homeless charity the ‘Cambridge
Cyreneans’ who celebrate their 40th anniversary this year.
31 October, 2010; 12:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Pumpkins galore at our final farewell event of the season.
28 October, 2010; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Paper Pumpkins – Create Hallowe’en decorations ready for the big day
17 October, 2010; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Make a basket in a day! Yes, we promise you it is possible. Discover (or improve your techniques) the wonderful world of English willow and take home your very own fruit, plant or small planter basket.
10 October, 2010; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Tutored life drawing class with professional model. Suitable for all levels from beginners to more advanced.
