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. The workhouses of Amersham Coaching inns and 18th and 19th century travel Social housing Cottage industries Post War development: – Brazils factory […]
Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail From 24th May – 1st June, join us for the Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail, organised by Kids in Museums and Usborne. This national family trail is inspired by Shrapnel Boys, a forthcoming novel by award-winning children’s author Jenny Pearson. The trail […]
Midsomer Murders and More Accessible Walk Amersham is a quintessentially Midsomer town and is used as a location in numerous episodes. Amersham also represents the perfect place to live in Midwich Cuckoos, the perfect place to stay in Four Weddings and a Funeral and the perfect Cornish fishing village in My Cousin Rachel! Our walk […]
Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail From 24th May – 1st June, join us for the Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail, organised by Kids in Museums and Usborne. This national family trail is inspired by Shrapnel Boys, a forthcoming novel by award-winning children’s author Jenny Pearson. The trail […]
Drop-in £3 - no need to book. Suitable for families of all ages. Learn about the importance of the Dig for Victory campaign as a vital part of the war effort and create your own mini garden to take home. This craft involves sticking, using soil and being out in our beautiful museum garden so […]
Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail From 24th May – 1st June, join us for the Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail, organised by Kids in Museums and Usborne. This national family trail is inspired by Shrapnel Boys, a forthcoming novel by award-winning children’s author Jenny Pearson. The trail […]
Drop-in £3 - no need to book. Suitable for families of all ages. Learn about the importance of the Dig for Victory campaign as a vital part of the war effort and create your own mini garden to take home. This craft involves sticking, using soil and being out in our beautiful museum garden so […]
Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail From 24th May – 1st June, join us for the Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail, organised by Kids in Museums and Usborne. This national family trail is inspired by Shrapnel Boys, a forthcoming novel by award-winning children’s author Jenny Pearson. The trail […]
Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail From 24th May – 1st June, join us for the Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail, organised by Kids in Museums and Usborne. This national family trail is inspired by Shrapnel Boys, a forthcoming novel by award-winning children’s author Jenny Pearson. The trail […]
Join a guided Tudor Walk to learn about life – and death – in 16th century Amersham Food and drink Markets and fairs Buildings and burgage plots Clothing and work Health and cures Religious beliefs and the Lollard martyrs These walks are led by guides in Tudor costume and start from the museum at 2.30pm […]
Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail From 24th May – 1st June, join us for the Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail, organised by Kids in Museums and Usborne. This national family trail is inspired by Shrapnel Boys, a forthcoming novel by award-winning children’s author Jenny Pearson. The trail […]
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. Early history of Amersham Local patronage and its influence Parish church and its rectors Brewery and the maltings Town Mill and the Charter Fair […]
Join us at our monthly reminiscence group where we share our stories and memories from the past. Everyone is welcome, whether you are a long time Amersham resident, new to the area, or simply interested in meeting new people. We often look at objects from the museum’s collections to get us chatting, talk about a […]
£15 including refreshments and museum entry In partnership with local charity, Dementia Carers Respite, the Museum is hosting renowned antiques valuer and Patron of Dementia Carers Respite, Eric Knowles and colleagues at an exclusive event. A £15 ticket includes valuation of two of your treasured items by one of the expert team. You can also […]
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. The workhouses of Amersham Coaching inns and 18th and 19th century travel Social housing Cottage industries Post War development: – Brazils factory […]