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A Festive weekend of Christmas Shopping

A Festive weekend of Christmas Shopping

We had a delightful weekend of shopping at the Museum of Cambridge this past weekend, with our Made in Cambridge Christmas Market! Running from Friday 29th November to Sunday 1st December, we welcomed 16 talented artisans, craft people and makers,

5 December 20245 December 2024 Blogs, Museum, News, Shop, Updates 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

Embracing Change: Alex Smaridge Takes the Helm at the Museum of Cambridge

Embracing Change: Alex Smaridge Takes the Helm at the Museum of Cambridge

As the Museum wishes our Director, Annie, well on her maternity leave, Alex Smaridge steps into the role of Engagement and Collections Manager with Directorial Responsibilities. Alex, who has been part of the Museum of Cambridge team since May 2021,

31 January 202431 January 2024 Blogs, Museum, News, Updates Read more

Recapping the Festive Fun of this year’s “Made in Cambridge” Christmas Market

Recapping the Festive Fun of this year’s “Made in Cambridge” Christmas Market

The Museum spent the weekend celebrating local craftsmanship and community spirit. The Enid Porter room and the courtyard hosted the “Made in Cambridge” Christmas Market between Friday 24th and Sunday 26th of November. The event, which brought together 16 talented

27 November 20235 December 2023 Blogs, Events, Museum, News, Shop, Updates Read more

New Exhibition: Cars, Carriages and the Cam

New Exhibition: Cars, Carriages and the Cam

The Museum of Cambridge is excited to launch our new exhibit, “Cars, Carriages and the Cam: Navigating your way in Cambridge”, set to open on Wednesday 8th of November in our Attic Gallery! Discover Cambridge’s history of trams, trains, carriages

3 November 20233 November 2023 Blogs, Events, Exhibition, Museum, News, Updates Read more

Halloween Delights: A Spooktacular Half-Term!

Halloween Delights: A Spooktacular Half-Term!

This October half-term, the Museum of Cambridge hosted a very successful “Creepy Creatives” arts and crafts event. Held twice during the week, on Tuesday and Saturday, we were thrilled to welcome nearly 40 enthusiastic visitors who joined us to craft

31 October 202331 October 2023 Blogs, Events, Exhibition, Museum, News Read more

Retail Refresh!

Retail Refresh!

We are thrilled to share some exciting news – our Museum shop is about to undergo a fantastic transformation! Thanks to the generous support of the Steps to Sustainability project, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and delivered by

31 October 202331 October 2023 Blogs, Museum, News, Projects, Shop, Updates Read more

A Message from our Chair: Finding a Voice

A Message from our Chair: Finding a Voice

The Chair of our Board, Lucy Walker, shares some thoughts about the Museum past and present, and how we can adapt our perspectives while looking to the future.

28 March 20217 May 2021 Blogs, Museum, News, Updates Read more

A Message from our Chair: The Museum of Cambridge in 2021

A Message from our Chair: The Museum of Cambridge in 2021

The Chair of our Board, Lucy Walker, shares her hopes for 2021 and her vision for the Museum of Cambridge this year.

1 February 20211 February 2021 Blogs, Museum, News Read more

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