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. […]
An Exhibition by three local artists: Sarah Frodsham Barbara Rose Parker Jo Hawker The unseen (complete or fragmented) is often seemingly hidden within our everyday environment. It is with this in mind that this art exhibition, by three local artists, will focus not on the objects we possess, and thus give historical meaning to, but […]
We are very pleased to host once again Geoff Dunbar’s exquisite collection of cartoons at Abingdon Museum from 7th October to 23rd December 2023. This new exhibition ‘Comic Recollections, from the pen of Geoff Dunbar’, will display the author’s drawings based on his comic recollections and School Day characters from his past, as well as […]
Explore the colours and textures of the season. Use pastel crayons, clay and pine cones to create your own Autumn scenes. Drop in session, booking not required. FREE entry (suggested donation £1 per child). Time: 10.30am to 12:30& 1.30pm to 3.30pm Location: Museum Basement Our volunteer-run family activities are a great way to spend a […]
Abingdon Astronomy Society will display telescopes and if weather conditions allow will set up a telescope on the roof to view the moon. There will be objects to look and learn about and possibly even a members meteorite collection... Location: Attic Gallery Time: 19:30 - 21:00 FREE EVENT (Please note that if the roof will […]
Please join us for our annual Christmas Fair on Saturday 11th November from 10am till 2pm at St Michael and All Angels’ Church, Park Road, Abingdon. There will be an exciting range of craft and gift stalls plus a raffle with generous prizes. Cakes, bottles, books, plants, and bric-a-brac will be on sale and there […]
The Local Excellence Market features a wide variety of local food producers & craftworkers. The Market gives the opportunity to shop local, with all products being produced within 30 miles of Abingdon (where possible).
The Local Excellence Market features a wide variety of local craftworkers. The Market gives the opportunity to shop local this Christmas, with all products being produced within 30 miles of Abingdon (where possible). There will be loads of unique gift ideas on show.
