The word ‘monument’ can mean many different things. In this exhibition, we take it to mean major buildings and other structures which served public purposes, and which were deliberately designed to be impressive – to make an impact. All the Abingdon monuments in this exhibition were once very impressive constructions, but have now vanished completely. […]
In our first exhibition for 2024 Abingdon Museum will be “Celebrating Abingdon Women in the Arts and Sciences”. It will highlight the lives of remarkable women, some who lived in Abingdon and made major contributions to the cultural life of the town, some who came from Abingdon and went out into the world to accomplish […]
We are pleased to announce another exciting MG exhibition coming to Abingdon Museum on Saturday 6th April, which will celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the MG famous octagon trademark! This is a must-see exhibit for all MG enthusiasts. It traces the evolution of the marque from its birth at Morris Garages to the latest MG on […]
Join us for the Museum Crafting Crew session and create your own colourful models of rabbits and snails using a wide range of materials. Your rabbit can be transformed into a pencil pot or stationery tidy to use at home. TIME: 10.30am to 12:30 & 1.30pm to 3.30pm Drop in session, booking not required. FREE […]
For this summer we have put together another archaeological exhibition: ‘ABINGDON’S OPPIDUM: trade and crafts in an Iron Age Settlement’ from Saturday 6th July to Sunday 29th September 2024. ‘Oppidum’ is a Latin word meaning ‘town’. Archaeologists apply the term to certain large Late Iron Age settlements, often with defences around them, in Britain and other parts […]
Join local archaeologist Jeff Wallis for a guided tour following the traces of Abingdon’s Iron Age Oppidum & discover the archaeology underneath the town centre. Time: 11am Places: 10 Booking Essential - The tour is FULLY BOOKED People can still add their name to the waiting list in case or cancellation. Please visit the Museum […]
From June 2024 onwards, James Wright of Triskele Heritage will be setting off on a promotional book tour after the release of Historic Building Mythbusting – Uncovering Folklore, History and Archaeology. He will be at Abingdon Museum on Thursday 12th September for a presentation lasting 45-60 minutes, Q&A session, and people will have the opportunity […]
The first postcards were introduced to Britain in 1870. In 1871 75 million were sent, and in 1910 800 million postcards were sent. Collector Elizabeth Drury has loaned use of her collection for this exhibition, images of places and people mixed with the messages sent evoke nostalgia and humour of times past. Location: Sessions Gallery […]
"For a long as I can remember I have been interested in pillboxes and bunkers, the kind of wartime structures that were cast in concrete only to be discarded upon landscapes that later drastically changed. As objects totally divorced from their original context, they have always possessed a sense of mystery. The Vaults series takes […]
BBC Nottingham's history advisor and renowned history speaker Gareth Howell returns to continue the story of World War II. 'The Germans have been kicked out of Africa after huge losses in the Tunisia campaign, and Italy is looking for a way out of the war. On the Eastern Front the Germans have suffered a heavy […]
Thanks to the positive visitors' feedback and high attendance, we are happy to let you know that the exhibition “Atomics to Medieval Knights – a history of Fitzharris Manor Estate” has been extended until Sunday 6th April. This tells the story of Fitzharris Manor, from its beginning after the Norman Conquest, when it was granted to […]
Think about garden birds or your own colourful ideas in order to make 3D hanging bird pictures to take home. You can also design and make a beaded bracelet at this session. TIME: 10.30am to 12:30 & 1.30pm to 3.30pm Drop in session, booking not required. FREE entry (suggested donation £1 per child). Location: Museum […]
