River & Rowing Museum
River & Rowing Museum
Mill Meadows
Henley-on-Thames
Oxfordshire
RG9 1BF
England
Website
What's On
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General Enquiries
Venue Hire
Education
Telephone
Main Switchboard
01491 415600
Education Department
01491 415605
Marketing Department
01491 415642
Events Co-ordinator
01491 415610
Curatorial Department
01491 415643
Fax
01491 415601
Set on the banks of the River Thames in Henley-on-Thames, the award-winning River & Rowing Museum has three permanent galleries devoted to the River Thames, the international sport of rowing and the town of Henley on Thames.
Newly opened in summer 2006 is the Schwarzenbach International Rowing Gallery. This completely refurbished gallery full of interactive exhibits and video footage tells the story of international rowing from 19th Century professionals to modern Olympians. You can experience the thrill of racing at Henley Regatta in the world's only 'In the Cox's Seat' interactive experience.
There is also a permanent walk-through attraction of Kenneth Grahame's ‘The Wind in the Willows’. The famous illustrations of EH Shepard are brought to life in an enchanting recreation of the English classic.
Venue Type:
Museum
The Museum has three main galleries devoted to the River Thames, the international sport of rowing and the town of Henley. There are also three special exhibition galleries, the Riverside Café, shop, Education Centre, library and function rooms.
Collection details
Archaeology, Archives, Coins and Medals, Costume and Textiles, Decorative and Applied Art, Fine Art, Inland Waterways, Natural Sciences, Science and Technology, Social History, Sport
Key artists and exhibits
- Rowing
- River Thames
- Henley on Thames
- Henley Royal Regatta
- Sport
- Olympic Games
- John Piper
Blaze of Glory
- 7 August 2013 — 1 May 2014 *on now
Have you ever wondered where the name blazer comes from? This exhibition in the Rowing Gallery reveals the history and traditions behind the iconic piece of rowing clothing
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Normal admission prices apply
Swan Upping
- 7 August 2013 — 1 May 2014 *on now
Swan Upping is the annual census of swans that takes place on the Thames every July. As part of the Museum's Jubilee project this exhibition brings together unique objects and artworks to celebrate this historic event
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Normal admission prices apply
Glorious Thames
- 8 August 2013 — 1 May 2014 *on now
Come and see the enormous cauldron that carried the 2012 Olympic flame on the majestic royal barge Gloriana
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Normal admission prices apply
Boating Weather - Works by the Henley Art and Crafts Guild
- 9 November 2013 — 26 January 2014 *on now
The Guild return with another superbly diverse collection of works
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Normal admission prices apply
The Art of Bill Mundy
- 16 November 2013 — 2 February 2014 *on now
Local artist and miniature portrait painter Bill Mundy showcases his unique talent through a magnificent collection of portraits of local residents and celebrities
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Normal admission prices apply
Christmas with Mr Toad and Friends
- 14 December 2013 10:30am-4pm
Join Mr Toad and his friends Ratty, Mole and Badger as they celebrate Christmas with crafts, activities, songs, dance and presents. Find out what happens to wildlife in the winter. Most suitable for under-10s
Suitable for
- 0-4
- 7-10
- 5-6
Admission
Normal admission prices apply, plus £3 per child
Oh No You Don't
- 2 January 2014 2-4pm
Make your own collage scene on a stage with Wind in the Willows characters and get ready to perform. Drop in anytime
Suitable for
- Especially for children
Admission
Normal admission prices apply
The Sound of the Wind
- 3 January 2014 2-4pm
Hear the sound of the wind with your own wind chimes made from recyclable materials. Hang up in the garden and wait for a breeze
Suitable for
- Especially for children
Admission
Normal admission prices apply
Art Ways Club
Come and join this Saturday morning (10.30-12.30) art club for 7–11 year olds, consisting of five-week courses exploring ways of making art using a wide range of media. The five-week blocks alternate between two-dimensional practice in drawing, painting, printmaking and mixed media work, and three-dimensional practice in clay work, environmental media, felt and construction. The course includes all materials and refreshments and is led by experienced, qualified tutors.
How to obtain
Call the Education Department for availability on 01491 415605. A course of five sessions costs £50 per child.
Taylor Tug's Under 5s Club
http://www.rrm.co.uk/learning/families/taylor_tug.aspx
Take part in interactive sessions for parents and carers, enjoying a range of creative activities including craft, stories, songs and free play which explore the Museum. Sessions are led by a trained teacher and are informal and fun for all. Sessions must be booked in advance for a half or whole term only.
Please contact the Education Department for availability on 01491 415605
How to obtain
Sessions must be booked in advance for a half or whole term only. Half a term (5 weeks) costs £32.50 and a whole term (10 weeks) is £63. Contact the Education Department for availability on 01491 415605.
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