News & Events for Wallingford Museum
Wallingford Museum is delighted to learn that The Wallingford Historical and Archaeological Society has received the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service
Full details are here
and more details here
Full details are here
and more details here
Wallingford Museum in 2020
The Museum opened for its 2020 season with a brand new local exhibition ‘Plague, Pus and Pills - the history of Wallingford’s hospitals’, which traces the story of caring for the sick from medieval times to the present day’.
Also, look out for the 'Willis Family paintings' exhibition.
In addition, there will be special events during the year - including our Easter workshops 'Can You FACE It ?' (which will appeal to ages 7 to 99!). With an introduction to forensic science and plenty of imagination you too can make your own facial reconstruction, complete with eyes, eyebrows, nose, lips, hair and ears. More details below .....
Lots of fascinating things to see and enjoy!
Further details on exhibitions, click here.
With such a busy year ahead, we are always keen to hear from anyone interested in volunteering, whether to be a custodian, assist with the archive, delve into research, assist at events, or be a walk guide etc.
If you would like to know more please contact Jenny Carpenter 01491 826734, jenacarpenter@hotmail.co.uk
The Museum opened for its 2020 season with a brand new local exhibition ‘Plague, Pus and Pills - the history of Wallingford’s hospitals’, which traces the story of caring for the sick from medieval times to the present day’.
Also, look out for the 'Willis Family paintings' exhibition.
In addition, there will be special events during the year - including our Easter workshops 'Can You FACE It ?' (which will appeal to ages 7 to 99!). With an introduction to forensic science and plenty of imagination you too can make your own facial reconstruction, complete with eyes, eyebrows, nose, lips, hair and ears. More details below .....
Lots of fascinating things to see and enjoy!
Further details on exhibitions, click here.
With such a busy year ahead, we are always keen to hear from anyone interested in volunteering, whether to be a custodian, assist with the archive, delve into research, assist at events, or be a walk guide etc.
If you would like to know more please contact Jenny Carpenter 01491 826734, jenacarpenter@hotmail.co.uk
Can you Face it?
~ postponed until later date ~
With a brief introduction to forensic science and plenty of imagination you too can make your own facial reconstruction, complete with eyes, eyebrows, nose, lips, hair and ears.
We have the "skulls", play dough, and know how. We just need your family to come and share the fun. Once your reconstruction is complete, take your own snapshot as a souvenir.
Children are Free but will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult please.
Any adults accompanying children will requested to pay an admission charge to the museum of £5, for an annual season ticket. The workshop is free to children and season ticket holders. There are only 16 places per workshop, adults need to book as well as children.
Two workshops each day on 7, 9, 14, 16 April.
Advance booking and full details at:-
Book now - to avoid disappointment !
~ postponed until later date ~
With a brief introduction to forensic science and plenty of imagination you too can make your own facial reconstruction, complete with eyes, eyebrows, nose, lips, hair and ears.
We have the "skulls", play dough, and know how. We just need your family to come and share the fun. Once your reconstruction is complete, take your own snapshot as a souvenir.
Children are Free but will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult please.
Any adults accompanying children will requested to pay an admission charge to the museum of £5, for an annual season ticket. The workshop is free to children and season ticket holders. There are only 16 places per workshop, adults need to book as well as children.
Two workshops each day on 7, 9, 14, 16 April.
Advance booking and full details at:-
Book now - to avoid disappointment !
Medicine through Time - Drop in
~ postponed until later date ~
Explore the history of medicine in thirteen objects.
A supervised drop in session at Wallingford Museum to explore and handle interesting objects; with thanks to Reading Museum Schools Loans Service.
Further details, click here
Tuesday 26 May 11:00 - 15:00
Wed 27 May 11:00 - 15:00
Thurs 28 May 11:00 - 15:00
~ postponed until later date ~
Explore the history of medicine in thirteen objects.
A supervised drop in session at Wallingford Museum to explore and handle interesting objects; with thanks to Reading Museum Schools Loans Service.
Further details, click here
Tuesday 26 May 11:00 - 15:00
Wed 27 May 11:00 - 15:00
Thurs 28 May 11:00 - 15:00
Wallingford Museum Bookshop
Book-lovers and present-seekers should make a point of visiting Wallingford Museum’s bookstall.
We have an excellent selection of good second-hand books (both fiction and non-fiction) at sensible prices.
We’ll be open during the normal Museum opening hours.
We look forward to seeing you - it's free to browse!
Book-lovers and present-seekers should make a point of visiting Wallingford Museum’s bookstall.
We have an excellent selection of good second-hand books (both fiction and non-fiction) at sensible prices.
We’ll be open during the normal Museum opening hours.
We look forward to seeing you - it's free to browse!
Regular Town Walks
~ our Town and Castle Walks are postponed until a later date ~
Our popular Guided Historic Town Walks take place every Saturday mornings at 11am from the Town Hall, starting again on Saturday 11 April. Walks last 1 - 2 hours and cost £5 per head, money which will be donated to support Wallingford Museum. The Walks are led by knowledgeable volunteers from Wallingford Museum.
These are general walks covering the rich history of our town, but also touching on the links with Agatha Christie and 'Midsomer Murders'. They will appeal to residents and visitors alike.
Alternatively, if you’d like to organise a Town Walk like this for your group / society / school / business at a different time (eg lunch time, early evening etc), then please contact Philip Burton on 01491-836200 or pburton6@talktalk.net
Our Walks can be led by a German-speaking guide - please contact Philip in advance to arrange.
Alternatively, we also offer more specialist history walks by arrangement - an in-depth view of the Town or Castle, or of Agatha Christie's 42 years in the town - tailored to your group's interests. (These walks can also be combined with a visit to Wallingford Museum). To pursue this option, please contact Judy Dewey on 01491- 651127 or judy@piepowder.co.uk
~ our Town and Castle Walks are postponed until a later date ~
Our popular Guided Historic Town Walks take place every Saturday mornings at 11am from the Town Hall, starting again on Saturday 11 April. Walks last 1 - 2 hours and cost £5 per head, money which will be donated to support Wallingford Museum. The Walks are led by knowledgeable volunteers from Wallingford Museum.
These are general walks covering the rich history of our town, but also touching on the links with Agatha Christie and 'Midsomer Murders'. They will appeal to residents and visitors alike.
Alternatively, if you’d like to organise a Town Walk like this for your group / society / school / business at a different time (eg lunch time, early evening etc), then please contact Philip Burton on 01491-836200 or pburton6@talktalk.net
Our Walks can be led by a German-speaking guide - please contact Philip in advance to arrange.
Alternatively, we also offer more specialist history walks by arrangement - an in-depth view of the Town or Castle, or of Agatha Christie's 42 years in the town - tailored to your group's interests. (These walks can also be combined with a visit to Wallingford Museum). To pursue this option, please contact Judy Dewey on 01491- 651127 or judy@piepowder.co.uk
New Visitor and Archive Facilities; and Archaeological Store
Wallingford Museum is extremely pleased and grateful to announce that it was awarded a grant by the LEADER fund to extend and improve its facilities.
These new facilities (collections and archaeological store, space for group visits, disabled toilet, new kitchen) have now been completed.
For further information, please click here.
