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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 the museum, looking at and playing with the old-fashioned toys, dressing up and make a craft to take home with you. Enjoy a picnic in our beautiful museum garden – don’t forget to bring a blanket! (Please be aware […]
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 […]
£13 including wine or soft drink Step back in time to a world where plants were prized for their many medicinal virtues. Medical historian John Minshull returns to Amersham Museum’s garden to explore the healing plants described in Nicholas Culpeper’s 1653 Pharmacopoeia Londinensis. The journey then moves closer to our own era with a look at […]
Suitable for ages 6-8. £7 per child (an adult MUST accompany child). Join us in the garden at Amersham Museum for a family whittling workshop inspired by the Chilterns’ heritage craft of green woodworking and bodging. Using locally grown green wood, children aged 6–8 and their adults will learn safe knife skills and simple whittling […]