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 […]
This exhibition will provide some background and context to our many fossil finds in the collection, starting with an introduction to rock strata and how they were discovered by William Smith over 200 years ago. Abingdon stands on a layer of Jurassic rock called Kimmeridge Clay. In that period, the continents as we know them […]
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 […]
Eminent fossil collector Dr James Etienne is showcasing for the first time his extraordinary collection of locally found fossils in the Attic Gallery of Abingdon Museum from 17th May to 7th September 2025. Free Admission
Following on from last year’s Iron Age exhibition, we will continue the story of the Abingdon area and its people, looking at town and country, industry and agriculture, religious and home life all through the Roman period. FREE Admission
Join our crafting crew to make terracotta pots and Roman pendants, bracelets and gift boxes! 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 Basement
