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Museum of Cambridge to Preserve Framed Artwork Collection 

Museum of Cambridge to Preserve Framed Artwork Collection 

Museum of Cambridge to Preserve Framed Artwork Collection with over 150 objects being cared for in a month.

31 July 202431 July 2024 Blogs, Collections, Museum, News, Projects, Updates Read more

Where to Find the Museum on a Bike this Summer!

Where to Find the Museum on a Bike this Summer!

The Museum on a Bike will be popping up all over Cambridge this Summer as we bring the history of the city to an event near you! Our Engagement Officer Alex will be bringing historical objects from the Museum to

22 July 202423 July 2024 Blogs, Events, Museum, News Read more

400 Volunteer Hours and Over 1,300 Objects Cared For: Celebrating the On-display Audit Project at the Museum of Cambridge

400 Volunteer Hours and Over 1,300 Objects Cared For: Celebrating the On-display Audit Project at the Museum of Cambridge

The Museum of Cambridge are celebrating a successful on-display audit project which has resulted in over 400 volunteer hours and 1,300 objects cared for.

2 July 20242 July 2024 Blogs, Collections, Museum, News, Projects, Updates Read more

Have your say on our courtyard project!

Have your say on our courtyard project!

The Museum is excited to kick start a project to make better use of the historic White Horse Inn Courtyard, by creating a welcoming and bio-diverse urban garden that our community can enjoy.

5 June 2024 Blogs, Museum, News, Projects, Updates Read more

The National Lottery Heritage Fund awards the Museum of Cambridge £99,000 to invest in local histories and sustainable development

The National Lottery Heritage Fund awards the Museum of Cambridge £99,000 to invest in local histories and sustainable development

With some happy news to start the spring at the Museum: thanks to the National Lottery Players, the Museum has been awarded £99,000 from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to support our Firm Foundations and Flourishing Future project! The National

1 May 2024 Blogs, Museum, News, Projects, Updates Read more

Retail Refresh-Completed!

Retail Refresh-Completed!

The Museum of Cambridge is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its ‘Retail Refresh’ shop refurbishment project, marking a significant milestone in the Museum’s commitment to enhancing visitor experiences and supporting local artisans. Made possible by the generous support

4 April 20244 April 2024 Blogs, Museum, News, Shop, Updates Read more

Capturing Cambridge Open Day

Capturing Cambridge Open Day

Capturing Cambridge Open Day on 28th March was set up as a one-day event to allow locals of Cambridge city and the wider county the opportunity to record and share their histories. Created as an in-person event to support the

4 April 20244 April 2024 Blogs, Capturing Cambridge, Events, Museum, News, Tracing Traditions Read more

New Exhibition: The Stories Behind the Stitches

New Exhibition: The Stories Behind the Stitches

The Museum of Cambridge opens a new exhibition, “The Stories Behind the Stitches”, exploring wellness, disability and self-expression through Cambridge textiles.   

18 March 202420 March 2024 Blogs, Events, Exhibition, Museum, News, Updates Read more

Museum on a Bike is back!

Museum on a Bike is back!

After a brief hiatus, the Museum on a Bike is back! The Bike is a brilliant way for the Museum to come together with people around Cambridge, bringing local history, objects, stories, and activities to wherever they might be. Hi

27 February 202427 February 2024 Blogs, Events, Museum, News, Updates Read more

Crown vs Gown: The 1847 Chancellorship Election in the Town

Crown vs Gown: The 1847 Chancellorship Election in the Town

Between 25th and 27th February 1847, the big contest for University Chancellor took place.

27 February 202427 February 2024 Blogs, Capturing Cambridge, Exhibition, Museum, News Read more
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