Adults
The museum has a wide ranging programme of exhibitions, talks, walks and workshops for adults.
The museum welcomes pre-arranged visits by groups outside normal museum opening hours, during the day or in the evening. An introductory talk, either before the visit or when you arrive at the museum, can usually be arranged if requested.
We can also arrange a guided walk as part of your visit to the museum.
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March 2019
Chiltern Club of Arts Talk & Try: Shibori and indigo dyeing with Lisa Reddings
Join Lisa Reddings of Indigowares as she demonstrates and teaches the art of indigo dyeing using Japanese shibori techniques. Spaces are free but limited, so book your space now to avoid disappointment. 15th March - Talk & demo 22nd March - Practical workshop Book Here
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Talk: The Long Battle: The Women’s Suffrage Collection in the Women’s Library
Dr Debbie Challis, Education and Outreach Officer at the Women’s Library, will provide an introduction to the material relating to the campaign for women’s suffrage held in the Women’s Library at LSE. The different campaign groups, personalities and methods of protest in the long fight to get women the vote at all and then on an equal basis to men will be considered. Examples of postcards, badges, pamphlets from the handling collection will be used to illustrate this battle for…
Find out more »Chiltern Club of Arts Talk & Try: Chinese Calligraphy with Ka-Yee Fung-Chan
DUE TO THE POOR WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED FOR FRIDAY 1ST FEBRUARY THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Join Ka-Yee Fung-Chan, a prominent local calligrapher, as she demonstrates the art of Chinese calligraphy, and talks us through its history and spiritualism, before learning some basic Chinese calligraphy techniques yourself. Spaces are free but limited, so book now to reserve your space! Tea, coffee, and refreshments provided. 25th Jan - Talk & Demo 29th March - Practical Workshop
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Amersham’s Women at War Open Afternoon
A special open afternoon about local women who fought for suffrage and supported the war effort. Listen to talks about our local women, make suffrage brooches and protest posters and try creative writing inspired by our women's achievements. Free after admission.
Find out more »April 2019
Old Amersham Walk
A fascinating walk, led by a guide, around old Amersham. Discover the historic buildings and the interesting stories of the people who lived in and shaped the town in the past. 1½ - 2 hours. £3 per person, children free. The walk starts from the museum.
Find out more »Old Amersham Walk
A fascinating walk, led by a guide, around old Amersham. Discover the historic buildings and the interesting stories of the people who lived in and shaped the town in the past. 1½ - 2 hours. £3 per person, children free. The walk starts from the museum.
Find out more »Mobile Museum Launch!
Visit the museum this Easter weekend to see our fantastic new Mobile Museum, a vintage style vehicle packed full of stories about Amersham in the 20th century. On both days there will be lots of additional crafts, inspired by local 20th century artists, for people to join in.
Find out more »Mobile Museum Launch!
Visit the museum this Easter weekend to see our fantastic new Mobile Museum, a vintage style vehicle packed full of stories about Amersham in the 20th century. On both days there will be lots of additional crafts, inspired by local 20th century artists, for people to join in.
Find out more »Old Amersham Walk
A fascinating walk, led by a guide, around old Amersham. Discover the historic buildings and the interesting stories of the people who lived in and shaped the town in the past. 1½ - 2 hours. £3 per person, children free. The walk starts from the museum.
Find out more »Old Amersham Walk
A fascinating walk, led by a guide, around old Amersham. Discover the historic buildings and the interesting stories of the people who lived in and shaped the town in the past. 1½ - 2 hours. £3 per person, children free. The walk starts from the museum.
Find out more »Plan Your Visit
49 High Street
Old Amersham
Buckinghamshire
HP7 0DP
01494 723700
info@amershammuseum.org
OPENING TIMES
Open Wednesday to Sunday, 12 noon to 4.30pm until the end of November.
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