This walk tells you about life – and death – in Amersham in Tudor times; food and drink, work and housing, fairs and markets, sickness and cures, clothing, and ghosts and religious beliefs. Costumed guides will tell you about the Lollard martyrs as you visit some of the places relevant to their story. Note the […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for a session drawing inspiration from music and objects with Gareth John from Chilterns Music Therapy. This free small group session will involve enjoying creating music and stories prompted by historical objects. Tea, coffee and biscuits included. Carers or a supporting family member or friend very welcome. You can attend one session, or […]
Join us at our monthly session for a sing-a-long to much loved songs from the 20th century. Everyone is welcome, and no musical experience is necessary. We sing for fun and as a sociable way to get together. The FREE sessions are once a month on a Tuesday from 10am to 11.30am. Just drop in, […]
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 […]
Wednesday 18th October, 1pm. Get up close to objects from the Museum’s collection in our new monthly small group sessions. October’s objects are men’s and women’s hats from the 19th and 20th century, worn, sold or made in Amersham and the surrounding area. Join Collections Manager, Emma Treleaven to explore the top hats, berets, boaters […]
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 starts outside Amersham station and descends […]
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 […]
Join us for Hallowe'en themed crafts in our Create! session on Wednesday 25th October. The Create! session is drop-in £5 per child as usual.
Search for spooks and pumpkins in our Hallowe'en treasure hunt from Wednesday 25th October to Sunday 29th October, or join us for Hallowe'en themed crafts in our Create! session on Wednesday 25th October.
Search for spooks and pumpkins in our Hallowe'en treasure hunt from Wednesday 25th October to Sunday 29th October, or join us for Hallowe'en themed crafts in our Create! session on Wednesday 25th October.
Search for spooks and pumpkins in our Hallowe'en treasure hunt from Wednesday 25th October to Sunday 29th October, or join us for Hallowe'en themed crafts in our Create! session on Wednesday 25th October.
Search for spooks and pumpkins in our Hallowe'en treasure hunt from Wednesday 25th October to Sunday 29th October, or join us for Hallowe'en themed crafts in our Create! session on Wednesday 25th October.
49 High Street
Old Amersham
Buckinghamshire
HP7 0DP
01494 723700
[email protected]
We open Wednesdays to Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays, 12noon until 4:30pm.
“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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