Our museum has lots of family-friendly hands-on exhibitions and we encourage families to explore the galleries and object boxes and garden.
Role play – upstairs in the Tudor Gallery you can role play at the banquet table and dress up like a Tudor
Trails – Can you spot Mischief Mouse hiding around the museum? Pick up a free trail sheet to discover more. There is also a Town Trail available which explores the details of Amersham’s historic High Street and the river Misbourne. The stewards at the front desk are happy to help with these.
Craft Cart – upstairs in the Woodcock Room there is a craft cart full of activities and resources to use. Get creative and make something inspired by your visit.
Toys – in this room there are also some toy boxes ideal for toddlers to enjoy playing with.
Garden – please ask our friendly stewards for the Garden Toy Box. It’s full of traditional games and toys for you to enjoy.
Events – during Half Term and School Holidays we run family Create! Workshops. Please see the Events Diary for details and follow us on
25th, 26th, 29th, 30th, 31st July 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th August 11:30-4pm Free (usual admission for adults apply) This summer holiday, kids and their families are invited to […]
25th, 26th, 29th, 30th, 31st July 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th August 11:30-4pm Free (usual admission for adults apply) This summer holiday, kids and their families are invited to […]
25th, 26th, 29th, 30th, 31st July 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th August 11:30-4pm Free (usual admission for adults apply) This summer holiday, kids and their families are invited to […]
25th, 26th, 29th, 30th, 31st July 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th August 11:30-4pm Free (usual admission for adults apply) This summer holiday, kids and their families are invited to […]
Free. No need to book. Explore the museum in your own way during our relaxed SEND opening. Enjoy a quieter environment with Sensory Discovery Bags, handling objects, art materials and quiet space activities, all designed to help you experience the museum at your own pace. Your visit also includes our Clay Crazy Faces activity, inspired […]
Ages 14+. £10 per person Join Adrian Porter for a unique Urban Sketching Workshop. Urban Sketching means you sketch what you see where you live or visit; small details or grand sweeps of buildings; the people; the places. Inspired by the buildings of historic Old Amersham you can practice on-location sketching and capturing the area […]
25th, 26th, 29th, 30th, 31st July 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th August 11:30-4pm Free (usual admission for adults apply) This summer holiday, kids and their families are invited to take part in a free activity at Amersham Museum. The Magic Faraway Tree Museum Adventure is a free spotter trail from Kids in Museums and Blyton Books celebrating Enid Blyton’s much loved children’s […]
Drop-in, no booking required £3 (price is for craft only) Take inspiration from the beautifully decorated endpapers of our newly conserved Amersham Bible and discover the magic of marbling. Experiment with colourful marbling inks to create your own unique swirling patterns and take home your marvellous creations. A fun, hands-on workshop for the whole family. […]
25th, 26th, 29th, 30th, 31st July 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th August 11:30-4pm Free (usual admission for adults apply) This summer holiday, kids and their families are invited to take part in a free activity at Amersham Museum. The Magic Faraway Tree Museum Adventure is a free spotter trail from Kids in Museums and Blyton Books celebrating Enid Blyton’s much loved children’s […]
25th, 26th, 29th, 30th, 31st July 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th August 11:30-4pm Free (usual admission for adults apply) This summer holiday, kids and their families are invited to take part in a free activity at Amersham Museum. The Magic Faraway Tree Museum Adventure is a free spotter trail from Kids in Museums and Blyton Books celebrating Enid Blyton’s much loved children’s […]
25th, 26th, 29th, 30th, 31st July 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th August 11:30-4pm Free (usual admission for adults apply) This summer holiday, kids and their families are invited to […]
25th, 26th, 29th, 30th, 31st July 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th August 11:30-4pm Free (usual admission for adults apply) This summer holiday, kids and their families are invited to […]
Drop-in 10am – 1pm £3 – adults go free! Suitable for under 7’s No need to book, pay on the day If you go down in the museum today, you’re sure of a big surprise! Bring your favourite Teddy along to explore […]
Teen and Adult Art Workshop ages 12+ £10 per person Local nature art makers Marieke Bosman and Adrian Porter will guide you to spend time in the Museum Garden to see how nature draws your attention. Looking closely at that tree, flower, insect, or bird to get a really good sense of it and create an artistic response. […]
1:30 – 3:30pm £5 per child Step back in time and discover what life was like in 16th-century Amersham! Led by a costumed Tudor interpreter, you'll make your own fabric pouch/purse and herb bag, learn to play the traditional game of Nine Men's Morris, and take part in a lively Tudor play. A fun, hands-on […]
Wednesday to Sunday 11.30am to 4pm. Also Bank Holiday Mondays.
49 High Street
Old Amersham
Buckinghamshire
HP7 0DP
“Enjoyed our visit to this wonderful interactive museum where you are positively encouraged to touch things!”
“Visited Amersham museum yesterday – lovely place, provides many details on the history of the place. Plenty of cute cafes, pubs and shops around also… not difficult to find free parking nearby. ”
“A well-run, informative and interesting small museum on the main street. It’s mostly volunteer-run and they do a great job in keeping it and making you feel welcome…Check out the herb garden too.”
“Enjoyable film and television location guided walk around Amersham hosted by Amersham Museum – here are the Sun Houses on Highover Park and further up the hill is High & Over.”
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