Wycombe Museum
Wycombe Museum
Priory Avenue
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire
HP13 6PX
England
Website
Telephone
Front Desk & General Information
01494 421895
Friendly local museum set in an 18th century house with attractive grounds. Displays include interactive exhibits and childrens activities. Events are held throughout the year for children, families and adults.
Venue Type:
Museum
Wycombe Museum
Priory Avenue
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire
HP13 6PX
England
Website
Telephone
Front Desk & General Information
01494 421895
Collections include historic Windsor chairs from the Chilterns traditional furniture industry, local history objects from Wycombe District and an art collection including oils, watercolours and sculpture.
Collection details
Social History, Photography, Industry, Fine Art, Decorative and Applied Art, Costume and Textiles, Archives
Key artists and exhibits
- Joshua Reynolds
- Peter Lely
- Alfred Oakley
- Jack Goodchild
- John Pitt
- Lorna Cassidy
Collections services
- Object identification and/or written enquiry service
- Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Wycombe Museum
Priory Avenue
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire
HP13 6PX
England
Website
Telephone
Front Desk & General Information
01494 421895
The History Rooms at Wycombe Museum
Romans, Tudors and Victorians, pilots, footballers and famous people. Our two new galleries explore the history of our local area from early settlers to modern times. There is plenty to explore with hands-on activities for all ages.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- All ages
When
10am-5pm
Wycombe Museum
Priory Avenue
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire
HP13 6PX
England
Website
Telephone
Front Desk & General Information
01494 421895
Wycombe Museum Project - Spatial Design Students Bucks New University
Final year students have responded to the magical qualities of the history, exhibits, buildings and landscapes at Wycombe Museum and have devised different spatial proposals which would enhance the experience for visitors. This work has encompassed research, measured surveys, drawings, models, computer-aided visuals and story-boards.
When
From 12am
Brilliant Brass Rubbing at Wycombe Museum
Discover characters from history in a creative way and produce a beautiful brass rubbing to take home. Choose from our wide range of replica brasses including medieval knights in armour, costumed ladies and Tudor kings and queens. Friendly instruction given in brass rubbing techniques and all materials provided.
When
2-4pm
Admission
FREE Drop-in
Bucks and Books at Wycombe Museum
T.S. Eliot, Enid Blyton, Mary Shelley and many more.
Join us to explore aspects of the works and lives of the authors and poets who lived and wrote in the local area.
Tea and coffee provided
Suitable for
- Not suitable for children
When
6-7pm
Admission
£3.00 FD Book
Tiny Talk Time - One, Two, Buckle My Shoe at Wycombe Museum
A special time at Wycombe Museum for the under fives. Enjoy stories, trails and craft activities, inspired by the Museum collection and gardens.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
10:30-11:30am
Admission
FREE Book
Spring Holidays - Egg Hunt at Wycombe Museum
Search the Museum and Gardens for the hidden eggs and follow the clues to your chocolate prize.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
10am-4pm
Admission
£1.00 Drop-in
Spring Holidays - Egg Hunt at Wycombe Museum
Search the Museum and Gardens for the hidden eggs and follow the clues to your chocolate prize.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Especially for children
When
10am-4pm
Admission
£1.00 Drop-in
Spring Holidays Cheeky Chicks and Bouncing Birds at Wycombe Museum
Get creative and make some cute, colourful, springtime mobiles to brighten up your bedroom.
Sessions starting at 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm.
By timed ticket on the day. Children to be accompanied by an adult.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
From 10:30am
Admission
£2.00 Drop-in
Ladybird Books - Make and Do with Wycombe Museum at Flackwell Heath Library
Have fun making ideas from the much loved Ladybird Books. Bring back happy memories of childhood by sharing what you have made with your parents and grandparents.
Flackwell Heath Library Chapel Road, HP10 9AA
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
2:30-4:30pm
Admission
FREE Drop-in
Spring Holidays - Cheeky Chicks and Bouncing Birds at Wycombe Museum
Get creative and make some cute, colourful, springtime mobiles to brighten up your bedroom.
Sessions starting at 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm.
By timed ticket on the day. Children to be accompanied by an adult.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
From 10:30am
Admission
£2.00 Drop-in
Archaeological Finds Identification at Wycombe Museum
Every year thousands of objects are found by members of the public. Ros Tyrell will identify your finds and record them on the Portable Antiquities website.
Suitable for
- All ages
When
2-4pm
Admission
FREE - Drop-in
Spring Holidays - Fabulous Games - Family Favourites at Wycombe Museum
Snakes and Ladders, Magnetic Fishing and Tiddlywinks give timeless fun for all ages. Join us to make your own fabulous game to play at home with family and friends. Counters, magnets and dice supplied.
Sessions starting at 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm.
By timed ticket on the day. Children to be accompanied by an adult.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
From 10:30am
Admission
£2.00 Drop-in
Spring Holidays - Poetry Writing Workshops at Wycombe Museum
Enjoy playing with words at a fun filled poetry writing workshop based on Roald Dahl’s ‘Fantastic Mr Fox’.
Led by Explore Learning
Session times 10.30 – 11.30am, 12.30 – 1.30pm or 2 – 3pm
Suitable for age 7+
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
From 10:30am
Admission
FREE Book Limited places
Spring Holidays - Fabulour Games - Family Favourites at Wycombe Museum
Snakes and Ladders, Magnetic Fishing and Tiddlywinks give timeless fun for all ages. Join us to make your own fabulous game to play at home with family and friends. Counters, magnets and dice supplied.
Sessions starting at 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm.
By timed ticket on the day. Children to be accompanied by an adult.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
10:30-12am
Admission
£2.00 Drop-in
Micklefield: Tools of the Trade with Wycombe Museum at Micklefield Library
Meet staff from Wycombe Museum for an informal talk about chair-making in Wycombe District. Share your memories of local trades and industries inspired by objects and photographs from the Museum collection.
Venue: Micklefield Library, Micklefield Road, HP13 7HU
When
2:30-3:30pm
Admission
FREE Book at Micklefield Library
Tiny Talk Time - Dancing Dragons at Wycombe Museum
A special time at Wycombe Museum for the under fives. Enjoy stories, trails and craft activities, inspired by the Museum collection and gardens.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
10:30-11:30am
Admission
FREE Book
An Introduction to Silk Painting at Wycombe Museum
4 week course
Thursday 6 May, 13 May, 20 May and 27 May 6 – 8pm
Take time for yourself and join textile artist Osvalda Teiser for a series of workshops to introduce the techniques of silk painting. These are practical, taught sessions and protective clothing should be worn. All materials are included.
Suitable for
- Not suitable for children
When
6-8pm
Admission
£40.00 FD Book
Pann Mill Open Day with Wycombe Museum at Pann Mill
Try hands-on activities with Wycombe Museum at Pann Mill Open Day.
Venue: Pann Mill, The Rye, High Wycombe, HP13
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- All ages
When
11am-5pm
Admission
Free Drop-in
Tiny Talk Time - Let's Go Fly a Kite at Wycombe Museum
A special time at Wycombe Museum for the under fives. Enjoy stories, trails and craft activities, inspired by the Museum collection and gardens.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
10:30-11:30am
Admission
FREE Book
the WI - Inspiring Women at Wycombe Museum
Celebrating 90 years of Women’s Institutes in Buckinghamshire, this exhibition is a showcase of their past, present and future with a fine display of arts, crafts and topical campaigns from loos to bees, and even a calendar or two.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
12-12am
Admission
Free Admission
Tiny Talk Time - The Hungry Caterpillar at Wycombe Museum
A special time at Wycombe Museum for the under fives. Enjoy stories, trails and craft activities, inspired by the Museum collection and gardens.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
10:30-11:30am
Admission
FREE Book
June Half Term - Creative Card Craft at Wycombe Museum
Do you need a card for someone special? Explore ways to make cards and create your own amazing handmade cards for special occasions. Inspired by the ‘WI – Inspiring Women Exhibition’ in the Museum at the same time.
Sessions starting at 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm.
By timed ticket on the day. Children to be accompanied by an adult.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
From 10:30am
Admission
£2.00 Drop-in
June Half Term - Creative Card Craft at Wycombe Museum
Do you need a card for someone special? Explore ways to make cards and create your own amazing handmade cards for special occasions. Inspired by the ‘WI – Inspiring Women Exhibition’ in the Museum at the same time.
Sessions starting at 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm.
By timed ticket on the day. Children to be accompanied by an adult.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
From 10:30am
Admission
£2.00 Drop-in
Tiny Talk Time - Wind the Bobbin Up at Wycombe Museum
A special time at Wycombe Museum for the under fives. Enjoy stories, trails and craft activities, inspired by the Museum collection and gardens.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
10:30-11:30am
Admission
FREE Book
Archaeological Finds Identification at Wycombe Museum
Every year thousands of objects are found by members of the public. Ros Tyrell will identify your finds and record them on the Portable Antiquities website.
Suitable for
- All ages
When
2-4pm
Admission
FREE - Drop-in
Marlow Town Regatta with Wycombe Museum
Seek out Wycombe Museum at the Marlow Town Regatta. Guess some mystery objects to win a prize and make something to take home.
Venue: Higginson Park, Showcase Stalls, Marlow
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- All ages
When
10am-4pm
Admission
Free Drop-in
Beers,Bevvies and Brewing at Wycombe Museum
Join us for an evening tasting of locally brewed beers and wines, led by Keith Knight from the Chiltern Brewery. Our Curator Catherine Grigg will give a short talk on the history of brewing in Wycombe District. Please leave your car at home as alcohol will be served.
Suitable for
- Not suitable for children
When
7:30-9:30pm
Admission
£7.50 FD Book
Tiny Talk Time - Pond Life at Wycombe Museum
A special time at Wycombe Museum for the under fives. Enjoy stories, trails and craft activities, inspired by the Museum collection and gardens.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
10:30-11:30am
Admission
FREE Book
Midsummer Madness - Family Fun Day at Wycombe Museum
Drop in for some crazy fun and games in the Museum and garden. Seek out the story teller, learn some circus skills, join in the treasure hunt, have a go on a Nintendo Wii and much more. Mad hair and crazy costumes are welcome, with prizes for those that dare! Why not bring a picnic to share with family and friends?
Suitable for
- All ages
When
12-4pm
Admission
FREE Drop-in
Tiny Talk Time - Teddy Bear's Picnic at Wycombe Museum
A special time at Wycombe Museum for the under fives. Enjoy stories, trails and craft activities, inspired by the Museum collection and gardens.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
When
10:30-11:30am
Admission
FREE Book
Wycombe Museum
Priory Avenue
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire
HP13 6PX
England
Website
Telephone
Front Desk & General Information
01494 421895
Wycombe Museum
Priory Avenue
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire
HP13 6PX
England
Website
Telephone
Front Desk & General Information
01494 421895
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