Elmbridge Museum

1st Floor, Library Building, Church Street
Weybridge
Surrey
KT13 8DE
England

Website

www.elmbridge.gov.uk/museum

E-mail

ebcmuseum@elmbridge.gov.uk

Telephone

01932 843573

Fax

01932 846552

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Elmbridge Museum
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Elmbridge Museum, located in the heart of Weybridge, is a fascinating source of local knowledge and entertainment, combining the rich history of our beautiful borough with a great series of contemporary exhibitions.

The Museum has an absorbing permanent display illustrating the histories and mysteries of the area - a must for anyone seeking to understand what makes Elmbridge the Borough it is today. This is complemented by an exciting and eclectic programme of changing exhibitions. Check out our activities programme to make sure you don't miss out!

Elmbridge Museum's learning service brings the Museum to wherever you are, working with schools and community groups. Discovery boxes, filled with objects and information on a range of fascinating subjects bring history to life. There is something for everyone - why not see what our learning services offer?

The Museum is also a great resource for people researching personal or local history. The local studies room is open to all and brimming with research resources. Look at what is available in the local studies room or contact us directly to see if we can help.

Venue Type:

Museum, Archive

Opening hours

Fri 1100-1700
Sat 1000-1300 & 1400-1700

Admission charges

FREE

Collection details

Archaeology, Archives, Coins and Medals, Costume and Textiles, Decorative and Applied Art, Film and Media, Fine Art, Inland Waterways, Industry, Medicine, Natural Sciences, Personalities, Photography, Science and Technology, Social History, Sport, Toys and Hobbies, Trade and Commerce, Weapons and War

Events details are listed below. You may need to scroll down or click on headers to see them all. For events that don't have a specific date see the 'Resources' tab above.
Tussie Mussie picture

Tudors and Tussie Mussies

8 June 2013

Find out why the Tudors made Tussie Mussies and create your own. Choose which plants you will use and go home smelling as sweetly as a tudor!

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Especially for children

When

2-4:30pm

Where

Elmbridge Museum

Admission

£1.50 PER CHILD

Website

http://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/museum

Thaumatrope

Paper Toys

13 July 2013

Learn all about Victorian toys and games and make your own thaumatrope, paper windmill or tumbling acrobat to take home.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Especially for children
  • Family friendly

When

2-4:30pm

Where

Elmbridge Museum, Weybridge KT13 8DE

Admission

A charge of £1.50 per child applies.

Website

http://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/museum

Punch and Judy

That's the way to do it!

3 August 2013

Have fun making Punch and Judy puppets and learn what seaside holidays used to be like.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Especially for children
  • Family friendly

When

2-4:30pm

Where

Elmbridge Museum, Weybridge KT13 8DE

Admission

A charge of £1.50 per child applies.

Website

http://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/museum

Hepworth Studio image

Movie Magic

14 September 2013

Find out about local cinema pioneer Cecil Hepworth and make a peep-hole movie box to animate your own story. Although booking is not necessary, we operate on a first come, first serve basis so come early to avoid disappointment!
Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Especially for children
  • Family friendly

When

2-4:30pm

Where

Elmbridge Museum, Weybridge KT13 8DE

Admission

£1.50 PER CHILD

Website

http://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/museum

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