Haslemere Educational Museum
An award winning Museum in the heart of Haslemere with remarkable collections of natural history, human history and geology. Founded in 1888 by the renowned London physician Sir Jonathan Hutchinson, the galleries display a fine array of minerals and fossils, magnificent specimens from the animal kingdom as well as plants and insects and interesting artefacts from all the key British historical periods. Journey through time and marvel at a 500 million year old fossil, meet Arthur the Siberian brown bear and see an Egyptian Mummy!
The Museum offers a lively programme of events and exhibitions throughout the year and has a wonderful tradition of learning for all ages.
Set in beautiful historic grounds, which include an observation beehive, pond and gazebo, the Museum has been inspiring visitors for more than one hundred years.
The Museum is a member of the First World War Centenary Partnership, a network of organisations committed to the delivery of the First World War Centenary Programme: a global programme of events and activities inspiring young and old to remember the impact of the First World War on people and society today.
Venue Type:
Museum
Additional info
Disabled access throughout the building. If disabled parking is required please ring ahead.
* Visit our extensive and newly refurbished galleries.
* Take a journey through time with our interactive displays and fascinating collections.
* Meet Arthur our 6ft Siberian bear.
* Enter an Egyptian tomb and see a real Egyptian mummy.
* Explore our Natural History collection.
* Enjoy our gardens and admire the view over the Surrey hills.
* Observe the bees at work in the beehive.
Collection details
Archaeology, Archives, Coins and Medals, Costume and Textiles, Decorative and Applied Art, Fine Art, Natural Sciences, Personalities, Social History, World Cultures
Beautiful Butterflies and Magnificent Minibeasts
- 30 June — 1 September 2018
A summer of fun is planned at Haslemere Museum with an exciting array of events to entertain you and your little ones. Don’t miss the exciting family friendly exhibition ‘Beautiful Butterflies and Magnificent Minibeasts’, where you can find out lots of fascinating facts and discover more about these much-loved creatures. There will be plenty of interactive enjoyment too, including touchable cut out models, dressing up, puzzles, a garden trail and much more.
The Museum will also be hosting lots of themed family drop in events and workshops throughout the holidays including Bugs and Butterflies on 26 July, Wonderful Wire Wood Insects on 7 August, and Build a Minibeast Lego Challenge on 30 August.
Other summer delights include a Falconry Display on 8 August, where you can experience at close quarters, the beauty of these magnificent birds in flight. There will be a Teddy Bears Picnic and Mini Fete on 23 August with a tea party traditional games, face painting, fun stalls and more. Bring your teddy for a photo with the Museum’s famous mascot, Arthur the Bear and enter the competition for ‘Best Victorian Dressed Teddy Bear’.
Enjoy the beautiful gardens which include an observation beehive where you can see the busy bees working during the summer months. Why not make a day of it, stay and bring a picnic!
Keep an eye on the Museum’s website and social media pages, to keep up to date with everything that is going on throughout the summer, visit www.haslemeremuseum.co.uk
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Museum Open Tuesday to Saturday | 10am-5pm | Admission by Donation
Website
http://www.haslemeremuseum.co.uk
Gifted: Uncovering the Stories behind the Collections
- 3 July — 1 September 2018
Don't miss this intriguing exhibition, which uncovers the fascinating stories behind the collectors who gifted their wonderful treasures to the Museum. From beautiful taxidermy birds to Ancient Egyptian objects, this is a unique opportunity to see rarely displayed artefacts and learn more about how they became part of the Museum's rich and diverse collections. To find out more visit, www.haslemeremuseum.co.uk
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Admission
Museum Open Tuesday to Saturday | 10am-5pm | Admission by Donation
Website
http://www.haslemeremuseum.co.uk
Creative Wellbeing Workshops - From Bugs to Butterflies
- 3 July 2018 2:30-4:30pm, 7-9pm
Join professional local artist Diana Burch for a relaxing afternoon or evening of crafts in the beautiful setting of Haslemere Museum. Taking inspiration from the butterflies and insects in the Museum’s collections, create your own artwork to take home, using, among other things, wire and gold leaf. Each session focuses on wellbeing and is a fun way to take some time out of your busy day to day life. Memberships are available and include discount on talks, lectures and events, 10% discount on all purchases in the shop, and much more. To find out more visit, www.haslemeremuseum.co.uk
Suitable for
- Not suitable for children
Admission
Members £5 | Non Members £8 | Book in Advance
Website
http://www.haslemeremuseum.co.uk
Outdoor Theatre at Haslemere Museum - Chapterhouse Theatre Company – Sense and Sensibility
- 25 July 2018 7-9pm
The beautiful grounds of the Museum provide the perfect setting for outdoor theatre theatre this summer, so why not grab a picnic and head to the lawns and enjoy a highly entertaining evening.
Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company as they perform magical theatre under the stars with Sense and Sensibility. As Elinor and Marianne Dashwood make their first forays into the exciting world of Regency society, this exquisite and lively tale, follows the sisters as they fall in love, make mistakes and experience heartbreak for the first time in their quest to find a balance between sense and sensibility. Adapted by award-winning writer Laura Turner. Tickets available from www.chapterhouse.org
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 11-13
Admission
Tickets from £16 available from www.chapterhouse.org
Website
Ancient Egyptian beliefs about life after death (KS2)
Award winning ( 2004/2005 'Interpret Surrey Award)workshop.Hands-on event, explores mummification and Ancient Egyptian beliefs. Uses the whole range of interpretive tools available:- role-play, handling, museum's Egyptian display (featuring Pa-Er-Abu, a mummified priest) and written resources. Must be pre-booked
Cost per pupil: £3.50/£4.00.
Loan box available.
How to obtain
Contact: Education Officer, Kay Topping, at Haslemere Educational Museum, 01428 642112.
email: enquiries@haslemeremuseum.co.uk
Creepy Crawlies
A workshop on how to identify the differences between vertebrates and invertebrates, how to find invertebrate mini-beasts and bugs. Uses the museum's observation beehive and grounds(when dry - Natural History Gallery when wet). Finding and identifying live specimens from the 'Mini-beast Mountain' and the Meadow. Can be booked according to school's date requirements(subject to staff availability). Cost:£2.00/£2.50
Loan box available.
How to obtain
Contact: Education Officer, Maggie Monteath, Haslemere Educational Museum, 01428 642112.
email: haslemeremuseum@aol.com
Gallery Visit (Pre-school, KS1 and KS2)
Guided visit around the Museum's Geology, Natural History and Human History galleries with the education Officer. Includes features such as brown bear, named Arthur, Egyptian Mummy and dinosaur interactives. Workshop bookable on request( subject to staff availability). Cost:-
£1.50/£2.00.
How to obtain
Contact: Haslemere educational Museum Education Officer, Maggie Monteath, 01428 642112.
email: haslemeremuseum@aol.com
Junior Club
http://www.haslemeremuseum.co.uk
Multi-themed museum activities including learning about nature, art and craft, hands-on learning and much more. Sessions take place on the 1st Saturday of the month and during school holidays and are suitable for children aged 5-11 years.
How to obtain
Sessions cost around £4 for members and £5 for non members. Booking in advance is essential. Check out the online calendar of events for further details, or contact enquiries@haslemremuseum.co.uk.
Relic: Guardians of the Museum
Following on from the successful CBBC programme Haslemere Museum id pleased to announce its own Relic trail for families and young people. Find the five objects and complete the associated challenge.
Skeletons and Muscles
Workshop involving hands-on activities such as making joints and using the museum's replica human skeleton. Visit to the museum's Natural History Gallery to look at skeletal adaptations in other animals. Bookable according to school's requirements(subject to staff availability). Cost: £2.50/£3.00.
How to obtain
Contact: Haslemere Educational Museum's Education Officer, Maggie Monteath on:01428 642112
email:haslemeremuseum@aol.com
Toys from the Past
Workshop investigating the similarities and differences between modern and historical toys - looks at materials and uses. Children are able to handle and try out replica toys from the education collection and will be encouraged to make close observations of the museum's collection in the History Gallery. Can be booked (subject to staff availability) according to school's date requirements. Cost: £2.00/£2.50.
Loan box available.
How to obtain
Contact: Education Officer, Maggie Monteath
Haslemere Educational Museum: 01428 642112
e-mail: haslemeremuseum@aol.com
Haslemere Educational Museum
78 High Street
Haslemere
Surrey
GU27 2LA
England
Website
enquiries@haslemeremuseum.co.uk
Telephone
01428 642112
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