Herne Bay Museum & Gallery
12 William Street
Herne Bay
Kent
CT6 5EJ
England
Website
Herne Bay Museum
http://www.canterbury-museums.co.uk
Museums
Telephone
01227 367368
This coastal museum features the story of the Victorian seaside resort of Herne Bay and its surrounding area, with exciting finds from nearby Reculver Roman fort. Displays include local paintings, prints and photos, mammoth tusks and fossils from local beaches, coastal wildlife and a Barnes Wallis Bouncing Bomb prototype from World War Two.
Among display themes are seaside holidays and attractions, the town's piers, clock tower and the development of the resort. Fun hands-on activities and a family trail.
The art gallery has a programme of regularly changing temporary exhibitions featuring touring shows, local history displays and work by local artists. Events include creative workshops and special activities for schools and groups.
Venue Type:
Museum
12 William Street
Herne Bay
Kent
CT6 5EJ
England
Website
Herne Bay Museum
http://www.canterbury-museums.co.uk
Museums
Telephone
01227 367368
Collections services
- Object identification and/or written enquiry service
12 William Street
Herne Bay
Kent
CT6 5EJ
England
Website
Herne Bay Museum
http://www.canterbury-museums.co.uk
Museums
Telephone
01227 367368
Total Pap's Winter Warmer!
Papier mache, prints and ceramics by Emily Firmin and Justin Mitchell designed to bring a warming smile in the depths of winter.
This talent duo are full of new ideas and ways of working, as well as their trademark papier mache pieces. Much of the work is for sale.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Admission
Included in museum entry charge:
Adults £2.00
Discounts £1.00
Children free to a maximum of two children per paying adult.
Free to Canterbury district Residents' Card holders and their children.
Website
The Art of the Print: a collector's view
Can everyone have a piece of art on the living room wall? Do you want to start or expand your own collection with art that doesn't cost the earth? Then visit this wide-ranging exhibition of prints, including work by famous and lesser known artists and decide whether collecting is for you!
With work for sale and advice for the new collector.
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Included in museum entry charge:
Adults £2.00
Discounts £1.00
Children free to a maximum of two children per paying adult.
Free to Canterbury district Residents' Card holders and their children.
Website
Writer's Rooms: Photographs by Eamonn McCabe
Intimate portraits of the rooms that famous writers work in, by the award-winning Guardian photographer and former picture editor.
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Included in museum entry charge. Free to Canterbury District Card holders and their children.
Website
Cartoonists at the Olympics
Visit the Olympics with the nation's much-loved cartoonists! Favourite work from the British Cartoon Archive selected by community sporting groups.
Admission
Included in the standard museum entry charge:
Adults £2.00
Discounts £1.00
Children free to a maximum of two children per paying adult.
Free entry to Canterbury district Residents' Card holders and their children.
Website
12 William Street
Herne Bay
Kent
CT6 5EJ
England
Website
Herne Bay Museum
http://www.canterbury-museums.co.uk
Museums
Telephone
01227 367368
Victorian Valentines
Be inspired by Valentine's cards from years gone by, and then create one for that special person in your life! Free to Canterbury district Residents' Card holders and their children.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10am-4pm
Admission
£1.00 for materials in addition to museum entry charge:
Adults £2.00. Discounts £1.00. Children free - 2 children max per paying adult.
Website
Victorian Valentines
Be inspired by Valentine's cards from years gone by, and then create one for that special person in your life! Free to Canterbury district Residents' Card holders and their children.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10am-4pm
Admission
£1.00 for materials in addition to museum entry charge:
Adults £2.00. Discounts £1.00. Children free - 2 children max per paying adult.
Website
Victorian Valentines
Be inspired by Valentine's cards from years gone by, and then create one for that special person in your life! Free to Canterbury district Residents' Card holders and their children.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10am-4pm
Admission
£1.00 for materials in addition to museum entry charge:
Adults £2.00. Discounts £1.00. Children free - 2 children max per paying adult.
Website
Victorian Valentines
Be inspired by Valentine's cards from years gone by, and then create one for that special person in your life! Free to Canterbury district Residents' Card holders and their children.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10am-4pm
Admission
£1.00 for materials in addition to museum entry charge:
Adults £2.00. Discounts £1.00. Children free - 2 children max per paying adult.
Website
Mini Museum Explorers - We love Bagpuss
Enjoy songs and stories, investigate amazing objects and get creative with a fun art activity. Please book in advance to avoid disappointment. Telephone Herne Bay Museum and Gallery on 01227 367368.
Suitable for
- 0-4
- Especially for children
- Family friendly
When
10:30-11:30am
Admission
£3. per child, accompanying adults free. Materials and refreshments provided. Suitable for under fives and their carers.
Website
Victorian Valentines
Be inspired by Valentine's cards from years gone by, and then create one for that special person in your life! Free to Canterbury district Residents' Card holders and their children.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10am-4pm
Admission
£1.00 for materials in addition to museum entry charge:
Adults £2.00. Discounts £1.00. Children free - 2 children max per paying adult.
Website
Create your own greetings card
Stamp, rub or print your own greetings card to take home, inspired by the collecting prints exhibition.
Admission
£1.00 for materials in addition to standard museum entry charge:
Adults £2.00
Discounts £1.00
Children free to a maximum of two children per paying adult.
Free to Canterbury district Residents' Card holders and their children.
Website
12 William Street
Herne Bay
Kent
CT6 5EJ
England
Website
Herne Bay Museum
http://www.canterbury-museums.co.uk
Museums
Telephone
01227 367368
Getting there
9 miles from Canterbury via A28 and A291.
Parking : with charge
Accessible by Public Transport : 1 mile (1.6 kms) from Herne Bay station.
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