The Museum in the Park

Come along to the Museum to help us celebrate the Festival of Brish Archaeology with this small foyer exhibition featuring objects from our archaeology collections.

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http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Stroud Local History Society presents an exhibition to celebrate their 30th Anniversary. Displays by past and present society members highlight local events, people and organisations.

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Leading on from Cleo Mussi's previous touring exhibition, 'Pharama's Market','All Consuming' explores themes such as genetics, economics and sustainable practices. It is a comment on man's evolution within our environment, our impact on the environment and our desire to consume and collect everything.
This mysterious mosaic world is at times dark and disturbing, asking difficult questions which have no easy answers. It is also full of Mussi's trademark humour, wry observations, intricate and witty details and quirky beauty. Not to be missed!

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

An exhibition exploring the history of Concrete And Visual poetry in Gloucestershire, curated by Andrew Morrison from the University of Gloucestershire. Essential viewing for students of both fine and applied art.

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Thie exhibition shows a collection of previously unseen drawings and paintings by celebrated poet and writer Laurie Lee. It also includes new work by artists inspired
by a series of walks through Laurie Lee's beloved landscapes of Slad, the Stroud Valleys and beyond.

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Local poets and artists present a new collection inspired by Laurie Lee's appearance as 'Curator of Eccentrics' at the 1951 Festival of Britain. Be prepared to encounter the strange and the surreal.

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Discover the story of Samuel Watkins, a man from Randwick. Follow his journey through the First World War and the impact on the family he left behind

Suitable for

• Any age
• Family friendly

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk/2014/

Discover the story of how World War One drove technology and innovation in the Stroud District.
We still need help with this topic- do you have stories about the munitions workers at TH&J Daniels, about the Dudbridge Ironworks or any other technology focussed World War One story - if so please contact us.
This forms part of a series of Foyer Case exhibitions across the commemoration period - please 'phone for details of what is showing on a specific date.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk/2015/

Telling the story of volunteers and those conscripted from the Stroud District and their involvement in the First World War across all of the major theatres. During this year's programme we will look at local VC winners Captain Bennett and Captain Butler as well as other men represented in our collections.
We are still looking for help with the stories for this year's theme - if you have stories you think we should tell about men or women from the Stroud District please contact us.
This forms part of a series of Foyer Case exhibitions across the commemoration period - please 'phone for details of what is showing on a specific date.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk/2016/

This year's programme will look at the Home Front, at VAD hospitals, at reserved occupations and at the Volunteer Force.
We still need help compiling these exhibitions - if you have local stories you think we should include please get in touch
This forms part of a series of Foyer Case exhibitions across the commemoration period - please 'phone for details of what is showing on a specific date.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk/2017/

This year's programme will look at items from our own collections which demostrate the aftermath and legacy of the First World War
We are still looking for help compiling the stories for this year's programme - if you have local stories and/or artefacts please contact us
This forms part of a series of foyer case exhibition across the commemoration period - please telephone for details of what is showing on a specific date.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk/2018/

An innocent boy falls in with a gang of ruffians in a dog-eat-dog world... but enough about the actors! Dickens' classic tale of poverty and pick-pocketing, privilege and prosperity is given the Jenny Wren tratment, as a small but perfectly formed cast unravel the secrets of Oliver's past, portraying all the colourful characters he meets on his perilous path. Expect laughter and tears, surprises and fears... traditional outdoor entertainment for all the family!

Suitable for

• Family friendly

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Walled Garden Tour

• 27 July 2014 3-4:30pm

A chance to find out about what's happening in the Museum's Walled Garden. It may look like a building site now, but there are exciting plans afoot!

Suitable for

• Any age

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Step back in time and encounter the devious Mr Punch and friends! Traditional Victorian entertainment brought to you by master puppeteer Rod Burnett from Storybox Theatre Company. Shows last 30 minutes and take place outside in the Museum courtyard... weather permitting!
Warning: not suitable for those of a delicate disposition.
Shows at 12noon, 2pm & 3pm

Admission

Discover the magic of mosaic making with experienced tutor and mosaic artist Robin James. Design and start work on a small mosaic panel whish you can then complete at home. All materials and tools provided, but do bring along some favourite found objects to incorparate, such as seashells, pebbles and fragments of china. With summer holidays in mind, our theme is seascapes and tidelines, and the day is open to complete beginners as well as those who've tried mosaic making before and wish to develop their skills. For adults and students aged 16+.

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Fun for all the family, as enjoyed by our grandparents and great-grandparents! Enjoy hula hoops and skipping games in the courtyard, along with traditional games outside in the fresh air. Inside the Museum, you can see some of our favourite old-fashioned toys such as 'Tumbling Man' and other curiosities. All ages welcome.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Meet the Curator and take a look at pereviously unseen obects from the Museum's collections. This time the theme is high-days and holidays and objects will include souvenirs, deckchairs, photographs and more. All ages welcome.

Suitable for

• Family friendly

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Celebrate Summer! Make a colourful paper flag to brighten up picnics and parties or a walk through the park. A family activity for all ages.

Suitable for

• 5-6
• 7-10
• 11-13

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Willow Workshop with Norah Kennedy

• 10 August 2014 2-5pm

Discover the delights of weaving with willow. Create a beautiful dragonfly or butterfly to take home and use to decorate your house or garden. A fun and creative afternoon workshop for adults, all tools and materials provided.

Suitable for

• 18+
• 16-17
• 14-15

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

If you visit the Museum this afternoon,you may come across a Maid at work in the old Victorian Mansion House. Listen out for the lastest servant's gossip and goings on below stairs!

Suitable for

• Family friendly

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Fun for all the family, as enjoyed by our grandparents and great-grandparents! Enjoy hula hoops and skipping games in the courtyard, along with other traditional games outside in the fresh air. Inside the Museum, you can see some of our favourite old-fashioned toys such as 'Tumbling Man' and other curiosities.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Meet the Wildlife Art Expert, Cath Hodsman

• 13 August 2014 2-4pm

Cath Hodsman is a talented British wildlife artist who is passionate about conservation and loves creepy crawlies, bees and butterflies. Cath will show you some of her stunning insect specimens, let you have a look through her microscope and share fab facts about her collection.

Suitable for

• Any age
• Family friendly

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Busy Bee Brooches

• 13 — 16 August 2014

After finding all the bees in Cleo Mussi's mosaics and discovering more about these amazing insects, we'll create some fabulous brooches to wear.

Suitable for

• Any age
• Family friendly

Admission

Mothing at the Orangery

• 15 August 2014 9-10:30pm

Another chance to join Mike McCrea and discover the fascinating night-time world of moths. Wear appropriate clothes and shoes, bring a torch and meet outside the Museum.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

If you visit the Museum this afternoon,you may come across the Maid and Butler at work in the old Victorian Mansion House. Listen out for all the lastest servant's gossip and goings on below stairs!

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

How to Paint a Butterfly

• 17 August 2014 11am-4pm

Butterflies are amongst our most well known and well loved insects. This water colour painting day gives those of us who are fascinated by these ethereal creatures, the chance to study them and paint them in wonderful detail. This workshop for adults is led by artist Cath Hodsman.

Suitable for

• 18+

Admission

Fun for all the family, as enjoyed by our grandparents and great-grandparents! Enjoy hula hoops and skipping games in the courtyard, along with other traditional games outside in the fresh air. Inside the Museum, you can see some of our favourite old-fashioned toys such as 'Tumbling Man' and other curiosities.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Meet the Geologists

• 20 August 2014 2-4pm

Drop in and meet our geology experts, find out about the museum's fascinating collection of rocks, fossils and dinosaur bones, and bring along your mystery finds for identification.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Make a collection of weird and wacky monsters, insppired by cloned creatures found in Cleo Mussi's strange mosaic world!

Suitable for

• 5-6
• 7-10
• 11-13

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Explore the world around you using digital cameras. Photographer Theo Deproost will teach you how to maximise the capabilities of your camera, however basic or complex. These new techniques will then be put into practice, exploring the secret beauty of Stratford Park.

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Look out for the Butler from the Victorian Mansion House as you wander around the Museum today - you may overhear the lastest servant,s gossip and goings on below stairs!

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Fun for all the family, as enjoyed by our grandparents and great-grandparents! Enjoy hula hoops and skipping games in the courtyard, along with other traditional games outside in the fresh air. Inside the Museum, you can see some of our favourite old-fashioned toys such as 'Tumbling Man' and other curiosities.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Step back in time.... Make an old fashioned potograph album for your favourite hoilday snaps! There will be plenty of photo opportunities too, with Edwardian props and costumes on hand, so don't forget to bring along your digital camera.

Suitable for

• Any age

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Meet the Curator and take a closer look at previously unseen objects from the Museum's collections. This time the theme is festivals and fetes and objects will include Morris Dancing items, music festival memorabilia and more.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

A chance to find out about what's happeningin the Museum's Walled Garden. It may look like a building site now, but there are exciting plans afoot!

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Look out for the Maid from the Victorian Mansion House as you wander around the Museum today. Hear about the lastest servant's gossip and goings on below stairs!

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Like Laurie Lee, Adam Horovitz grew up in the Slad Valley and his writing is profoundly influenced by the landscape of this unique place. He will read a selection of his own poems as well as poems by Laurie Lee.

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

An opportunity to collectively work on a piece of typewriter art, to be composed, typed and bound in one day. All welcome.

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Join our Curator for a behind the scenes look at one of the Museum's stores, including a chance to see Stroud's best loved dinosaur. Find out about the history of the Museum, how we look after our objects and how we know where everything is!

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Mothing at the Orangery

• 19 September 2014 8:30-10pm

A chance to discover the wonderful night-time world of moths! With moth expert Mike McCrea. Wear appropriate clothes and shoes, bring a torch and meet outside the museum.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

A workshop which will encourage you to write about your local landscape and everything that populates it, using the work of Laurie Lee and other local writers as inspiration, along with objects and the exhibition at the Museum. Using 'Cider with Rosie' and Laurie Lee's poetry as a starting point.

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

The story of Laurie Lee's life told through tis own writings, compiled and edited by local Whitbread prize winning author Jamila Gavin. Readings, live music and a little lubrication, in a cosy cafe-style atmosphere.

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

A guided tour through the Slad Valley in poetry and music, journeying through 100 years and featuring the work of Laurie Lee, Frances Horovitz, Frank Mansell and more, performed by the poet Adam Horovitz and by fiddle player Becky Dellow.

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

Behind the Scenes at the Museum: Walled Garden Tour

• 28 September 2014 3-4:30pm

A chance to find out what's happening in the Museum's Walled Garden. It may look like a building site now, but there are exciting plans afoot!

Suitable for

• Any age

Admission

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk

To mark the last day of the Laurie Lee exhibition, local poet Adam Horovitz will read a selection of his own poems as well as poems by Laurie Lee.

Website

http://www.museuminthepark.org.uk