Littlehampton Museum
Littlehampton Museum
Manor House
Church Street
Littlehampton
West Sussex
BN17 5EW
England
Website
museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk
Telephone
01903 738100
Littlehampton Museum is in the heart of the town centre and offers a fascinating insight into the community’s social history through a variety of exciting galleries, many with audio points and interactive elements to help guide you through the history of the town. Admission and helpful advice is all FREE so come along and enjoy a visit to your local family museum.
Venue Type:
Museum, Gallery
Additional info
ACCESS: ramped entrance - all displays on ground floor.
Littlehampton Museum
Manor House
Church Street
Littlehampton
West Sussex
BN17 5EW
England
Website
museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk
Telephone
01903 738100
The collection includes a wealth of archaeological material from the surrounding area including Angmering Roman Villa, the Climping coin hoard and features Bronze and Iron Age exhibits. We also have an impressive fine art collection featuring work by A. Plant, Leslie Wilcox, Maurice Randall and Henry Nibbs. Our focus on the social history of the town is reflected in the galleries where you can use interactives to explore our collections on display.
Visitors may view any of our stored collections by prior arrangement with the Curator, please contact at 01903 738100 or museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk.
Collection details
Archaeology, Archives, Coins and Medals, Costume and Textiles, Decorative and Applied Art, Fine Art, Inland Waterways, Land Transport, Maritime, Photography, Social History, Toys and Hobbies, Weapons and War
Key artists and exhibits
- The Fletcher Collection: over 200 miniature ship models
- The 'Everyman Cruiser'
- Harry Burtenshaw's fishing gear
- Victorian nightdress
- Bottles from the Anchor Springs Brewery
- Mr Jannaway's bowler hat
- Creticus' Roman gaming counter
- Prints left by Roman animals
- 3000 year old earrings from Binstead
- Souvenir moustache cup
- Paleolithic Flints
- Bronze Age mace head
- Saxon tombstone
- Angmering Roman Villa finds
- Fine art
Collections services
- Object identification and/or written enquiry service
- Public access available to collections information
- Specialist publications on collections available
- Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Littlehampton Museum
Manor House
Church Street
Littlehampton
West Sussex
BN17 5EW
England
Website
museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk
Telephone
01903 738100
Society of Sussex Painters
An exhibition shwocasing new work and ideas from the highly prestigious Sussex based art group, founded in 1924. The display will feature both paintings and sculpture, all created by members of this talented Society.
Entry is always free to exhibitions at Littlehampton Museum.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Website
World of Wildlife
A selection of stunning animal paintings by the highly skilled local Artist, Michael Moore. His close focus paintings aim to express the strength and feeling of different species, many of whom are close to extinction. Michael will also be running our 'Sketch Your Pet' art classes in the Spring, please search our events for more details.
Entry to exhibitions is always free at Littlehampton Museum.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Free.
Website
Robert Pledger
A series of large scale dramatic landscapes and seascapes by Rustington based Artist, Robert Pledger. The exhibition will also feature a collection of Robert's stunning original prints and colourful abstract work.
Entry to exhibitions is always free at Littlehampton Museum.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Website
Lens Eye View
Merging old Littlehampton with new, this is a photography exhibition with a difference! The concept is simple: take a picture of an old photo held up in front of the place it was originally taken. The result is a magical doorway to the past, combining the old and the new. The public are invited to submit their views alongside those taken by the Museum team. Please see our website for more details.
Entry to exhibitions is always free at Littlehampton Museum.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Free.
Littlehampton OPEN: Spirit of Spring
Part of Littlehampton's Art Trail, this exhibition will display work by amateur and professional artists from Sussex based on a Springtime theme. The competition is open to all ages and free to enter, please visit our website for more details, or contact Museum staff on 01903 738100 or museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Free.
Website
Our Sporting Life Exhibition
In the run up to the London Olympics we look back at Littlehampton's sporting past. Featuring archive images of sports teams in days gone by, and a look at the more unusual and traditional activities such as bottle fishing and maypole dancing.
Entry to exhibitions is always free at Littlehampton Museum.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Free.
Website
Schools' Art Exhibition
The ever popular annual display of artwork by schoolchildren from the Littlehampton area. This year the work will be based around an Olympic theme.
Entry to exhibitions is always free at Littlehampton Museum.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Free.
Website
Retrospective @ 50
A superb collection of artwork by Littlehampton Artist, John Culver, who at the age of 50 is looking back over his work and selecting the best for your enjoyment.
Entry to exhibitions is always free at Littlehampton Museum.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Free.
Website
A Clean Break!
Littlehampton Museum's BIG summer exhibition this year is 'A Clean Break!', where you can follow the fictional River Family as they enjoy their fun packed Summer holiday in Littlehampton, while learning how to be kind to the environment. Feel inspired to take part in some of their activities, and learn more about going green this Summer!
Entry to exhibitions is always free at Littlehampton Museum.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Free.
Friendly photography, with attitude
An inspiring exhibition of new work by the Littlehampton and District Camera Club.
Entry to exhibitions is always free at Littlehampton Museum.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Free.
Family Matters
Learn how to research your family tree at this interactive exhibition full of useful advice and hands on resources from Littlehampton Museum's collections. We will also be holding family history workshops where you can get advice from the experts, please search our events for more details.
Entry to exhibitions is always free at Littlehampton Museum.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Free.
Perspectives
A colourful exhibition by the Littlehampton Artist's Group, showcasing a range of painting styles and mediums from pen and wash to oils. Each Artist's work will show their unique individual perspective of our local area and the wider world.
Entry to exhibitions is always free at Littlehampton Museum.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Free.
Website
Littlehampton Museum
Manor House
Church Street
Littlehampton
West Sussex
BN17 5EW
England
Website
museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk
Telephone
01903 738100
Fossil Hunters
Become fossil hunters this February half term! Come along to the Museum to learn all about fossils, or why not join us for some fossil hunting at Littlehampton's stunning West Beach? We are are holding two beach walking sessions on Tuesday 14th Feb & Thursday 16th Feb, but you can also pop into the Museum to explore our galleries all week long.
Booking for the beach walks is essential, and the walks are not suitable for under 5's. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Especially for children
- 7-10
- 11-13
- 14-15
- 16-17
- 18+
When
10-11am
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Free! Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to book your place.
Website
Fossil Hunters
Become fossil hunters this February half term! Come along to the Museum to learn all about fossils, or why not join us for some fossil hunting at Littlehampton's stunning West Beach? We are are holding two beach walking sessions on Tuesday 14th Feb & Thursday 16th Feb, but you can also pop into the Museum to explore our galleries all week long.
Booking for the beach walks is essential, and the walks are not suitable for under 5's. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Especially for children
- 7-10
- 11-13
- 14-15
- 16-17
- 18+
When
12-1pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Free! Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to book your place.
Website
Sketch Your Pet
Local Artist Michael Moore will be creating an animal kingdom in the Community Gallery at Littlehampton Museum this Spring, and he is running free classes teaching you how to sketch your pet during the Easter School Holidays. Just bring along a photo of your pet or favourite animal, and learn from the expert! Classes are open to all aged 8 and over. Equipment is provided and booking is essential, don't miss out!
Suitable for
- Any age
When
2-3:30pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Booking opens on the 1st March 2012, and all places are free. Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to book your place.
Website
Easter Craft
Just drop in to Littlehampton Museum on Easter Saturday to create some beautiful seasonal craft, free of charge. Our drop-in session runs from 2-4pm, and booking is not necessary. We look forward to seeing you there!
Suitable for
- Any age
When
2-4pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Free! Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk for more information.
Website
Sketch Your Pet
Local Artist Michael Moore will be creating an animal kingdom in the Community Gallery at Littlehampton Museum this Spring, and he is running free classes teaching you how to sketch your pet during the Easter School Holidays. Just bring along a photo of your pet or favourite animal, and learn from the expert! Classes are open to all aged 8 and over. Equipment is provided and booking is essential, don't miss out!
Suitable for
- Any age
When
2-3:30pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Booking opens on the 1st March 2012, and all places are free. Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to book your place.
Website
Jubilee Workshops & Tea Party!
To celebrate the Queen's Jubilee this year Littlehampton Museum is hosting a tradtional tea part this halr term, with a series of workshops prior to the event to give children the chance to create decorations to bring along on the day. Booking is essential, and will open on the 1st May 2012.
Bunting workshop Wed 6th June 2-3pm
Flag making Thur 7th June 11-12pm
Party hats Fri 8th June 2-3pm
Suitable for
- Any age
When
2-3pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum & The Friends Meeting House
Admission
Booking is essential and all places are free. Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to book your place from 1st May 2012.
Website
Jubilee Workshops & Tea Party!
To celebrate the Queen's Jubilee this year Littlehampton Museum is hosting a tradtional tea part this halr term, with a series of workshops prior to the event to give children the chance to create decorations to bring along on the day. Booking is essential, and will open on the 1st May 2012.
Bunting workshop Wed 6th June 2-3pm
Flag making Thur 7th June 11-12pm
Party hats Fri 8th June 2-3pm
Suitable for
- Any age
When
11am-12pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum & The Friends Meeting House
Admission
Booking is essential and all places are free. Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to book your place from 1st May 2012.
Website
Jubilee Workshops & Tea Party!
To celebrate the Queen's Jubilee this year Littlehampton Museum is hosting a tradtional tea part this halr term, with a series of workshops prior to the event to give children the chance to create decorations to bring along on the day. Booking is essential, and will open on the 1st May 2012.
Bunting workshop Wed 6th June 2-3pm
Flag making Thur 7th June 11-12pm
Party hats Fri 8th June 2-3pm
Suitable for
- Any age
When
2-3pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum & The Friends Meeting House
Admission
Booking is essential and all places are free. Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to book your place from 1st May 2012.
Website
Jubilee Workshops & Tea Party!
To celebrate the Queen's Jubilee this year Littlehampton Museum is hosting a tradtional tea part this halr term, with a series of workshops prior to the event to give children the chance to create decorations to bring along on the day. Booking is essential, and will open on the 1st May 2012.
Bunting workshop Wed 6th June 2-3pm
Flag making Thur 7th June 11-12pm
Party hats Fri 8th June 2-3pm
Suitable for
- Any age
When
3-4:30pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum & The Friends Meeting House
Admission
Booking is essential and all places are free. Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to book your place from 1st May 2012.
Website
'Get Crafty!'
Book a place on our popular Horrible Histories themed afternoons, featuring traditional craft with a little help from our local re-enactment groups. Booking is essential, and opens on the 1st July 2012. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Ghastly Greeks Wed 1st August 2012 1-4pm
Gross Georgians Wed 8th August 2012 1-4pm
Woeful Wartime Wed 15th August 2012 1-4pm
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- All ages
- 5-6
- 7-10
- 11-13
- 14-15
When
1-4pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum & The Wickbourne Centre
Admission
All places are FREE!
Call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to book a place from the 1st July 2012.
Website
'Get Crafty!'
Book a place on our popular Horrible Histories themed afternoons, featuring traditional craft with a little help from our local re-enactment groups. Booking is essential, and opens on the 1st July 2012. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Ghastly Greeks Wed 1st August 2012 1-4pm
Gross Georgians Wed 8th August 2012 1-4pm
Woeful Wartime Wed 15th August 2012 1-4pm
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- All ages
- 5-6
- 7-10
- 11-13
- 14-15
When
1-4pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum & The Wickbourne Centre
Admission
All places are FREE!
Call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to book a place from the 1st July 2012.
Website
'Get Crafty!'
Book a place on our popular Horrible Histories themed afternoons, featuring traditional craft with a little help from our local re-enactment groups. Booking is essential, and opens on the 1st July 2012. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Ghastly Greeks Wed 1st August 2012 1-4pm
Gross Georgians Wed 8th August 2012 1-4pm
Woeful Wartime Wed 15th August 2012 1-4pm
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- All ages
- 5-6
- 7-10
- 11-13
- 14-15
When
1-4pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum & The Wickbourne Centre
Admission
All places are FREE!
Call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to book a place from the 1st July 2012.
Website
Family History: Ask the Experts
Pop along to Littlehampton Museum to put your genealogy questions to local experts from the Sussex Family History Group. You will have access to their uinque databases, and you can find out more about Group and how you can join. Sessions are free so just drop by!
Suitable for
- Any age
When
2-4:30pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Just drop by to put your questions to the experts. Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk for more information.
Website
Family History: Ask the Experts
Pop along to Littlehampton Museum to put your genealogy questions to local experts from the Sussex Family History Group. You will have access to their uinque databases, and you can find out more about Group and how you can join. Sessions are free so just drop by!
Suitable for
- Any age
When
2-4:30pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Just drop by to put your questions to the experts. Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk for more information.
Website
Make Your Family Tree
As part of our Family History themed Autumn Littlehampton Museum will be giving children the chance to create their very own family tree this half term! Booking is essential, and places are free.
Suitable for
- 5-6
- 7-10
- 11-13
- 14-15
When
10:30am-12pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to book your FREE place from 15th September 2012.
Website
Make Your Family Tree
As part of our Family History themed Autumn Littlehampton Museum will be giving children the chance to create their very own family tree this half term! Booking is essential, and places are free.
Suitable for
- 5-6
- 7-10
- 11-13
- 14-15
When
10:30am-12pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to book your FREE place from 15th September 2012.
Website
Christmas Capers!
This Christmas we are hosting exciting drop-in activities for all the family. Visitors young and old will be able to join the Museum team in making beautiful Christmas cards and dazzling decorations to give to their loved ones this festive season.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Especially for children
- Any age
When
2-4pm
Where
Littlehampton Museum
Admission
Simply drop-in to take part in our FREE workshop! Please call 01903 738100 or email museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk for more information.
Website
Littlehampton Museum
Manor House
Church Street
Littlehampton
West Sussex
BN17 5EW
England
Website
museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk
Telephone
01903 738100
Public Talks
http://www.littlehampton-tc.gov.uk
Museum staff regularly give talks on a variety of local topics to community groups across Sussex. Popular topics are:
The History of Littlehampton Harbour
Forgotten Littlehampton
Donald McGill: Saucy Seaside Postcards
A Bond never broken: Fleming's Red Indians
The Swing Bridge Story
Pictremakers: exploring Littlehampton Museum's art & photography collections.
Please contact Museum staff on 01903 738100 or museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk for more details, or view our education page on www.littlehampton-tc.gov.uk.
How to obtain
Please contact Museum staff on 01903 738100 or museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk for more information.
Loan Box Service
http://www.littlehampton-tc.gov.uk
We have a large and diverse loan box service of 28 packs aimed at KS2 and KS3. Topics covered are based in the National Curriculum and include:
Victorian Littlehampton, Wartime Littlehampton, Britain since the 1930s, Seaside History, Toys and Games and Maritime History.
We also cater for pre-school groups with a small range of early years loan boxes:
Topics include: 'Sensations', 'Outside' and 'Wash day'.
This service is FREE to all schools within the Littlehampton District, loans outside of this District are subject to a small charge. Please see our education page at www.littlehampton-tc.gov.uk to download our education policy.
How to obtain
Please contact Museum staff at 01903 738100 or museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk for more details and to book a loan box.
Littlehampton Museum
Manor House
Church Street
Littlehampton
West Sussex
BN17 5EW
England
Website
museum@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk
Telephone
01903 738100
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