Special Exhibits

October 2006 saw the launch of two special exhibits. The first is titled 'THE FAMILY THEATRE' , featuring hand-painted sets, scripts, catalogues and memorabilia relating to a family which presented juvenile drama plays at home during the late 1950s-early 1960s.

We are also proud of our new display of figures titled 'THE JOY OF LITTLE PEOPLE'.

Our current exhibit, 'BLERIOT TO CONCORDE' features a fantastic collection of model aircraft, illustrating the history of modern flight.

Launch of "Making History Fun" Campaign

October 2006 saw the launch of the Museum's exciting year-long campaign called 'Making History Fun'. The aim of the campaign is to make history more accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds.

The Museum is very busy planning a full programme of events and activities to run throughout the year. There will be musical evenings, performances (to include: 'An Audience with Rudyard Kipling'), special exhibitions, a Quiz night, speakers and a special Smuggler's event.

The programme and details about events appear in the new 'Making History Fun' section of this website, which has gone online to help keep the public informed.

Museum Director Chris Littledale and the Mayor during the Launch