Exhibition now starting on Saturday 11th July Following on from last year’s Roman exhibition, we will continue the story of the Abingdon area and its people through the Anglo-Saxon period and give a more detailed context to the significant Anglo-Saxon artefacts in the Museum’s permanent display, such as the rare 7th century gold ring with […]
A creative art course for adults, designed for beginners to mixed abilities. Explore two garden themed guided art projects in a supportive environment in the beautiful St Ethelwold's House, Abingdon. Course Details 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th Aug | 3:30pm - 6pm St Ethelwold's House, Abingdon | £108 If you have any questions please email: […]
Join us in making string and foil pictures with jewel like colours and create your own framed picture of a Summery scene. Time: 10:30am to 12:30pm & 1:30pm to 3:30pm Drop in session, booking not required. FREE entry (suggested donation £1 per child). Location: Museum Basement Our volunteer-run family activities are a great way to […]
Kayleigh O’Donnell is an Abingdon potter and recent Great Pottery Throw Down quarter finalist.The exhibition 'Cherished Clay' will showcases Kayleigh's creative work whilst on the television series as well as her recent makes. Please join her on the first day of this exhibition, Saturday 8th August, for a Children's art workshop in the Museum Basement. […]
Join me for free, drop-in children’s clay workshops filled with creativity and fun! In this activity young makers can learn how to create a pinch pot and use a range of tools to design a beautiful summer-themed pot. Clay is included with the workshop, and you can take your pot home at the end of […]
We will be delving into our store of beads to make simple jewellery. We will also be raiding our cupboards to set up a ‘tube challenge’ where you can transform any cylinder into something you choose, using all our odds and ends. Time: 10:30am to 12:30pm & 1:30pm to 3:30pm Drop in session, booking not […]
Annual Sale of old stock and slight seconds. Functional, wheel thrown stoneware. Damascus Rose Kitchen https://www.damascusrosekitchen.org/ will be in the garden serving delicious Middle Eastern food and drink. Children very welcome.
"I haven't laughed that much in ages!" Fast-paced improvised comedy inspired by your suggestions. Monthly show with the Awkward Actors- Upstairs at the Tipsy Mercer, Abingdon. Every scene, sketch and story is created on the spot, meaning no two shows are ever the same. Expect quick wit, unexpected twists and plenty of laughter as the […]
Huw Rhys James, the acclaimed Austria-based concert pianist, will perform works by Bach, Schumann and Debussy at St Michael's Church, Park Road, Abingdon on 6 September at 3 pm. Huw has family links to Abingdon and entertained us wonderfully in previous concerts. The afternoon promises to be a real treat so please do put the […]