Workshop - "Exploring Monoprint and Collagraph Printing" - with Lucy Hawkins
2022-07-28 10:00 - 12:00 UTC
Create a decorative piece of art using found objects to print with.

Suitable for Older Teens and Adults.
Workshop Prices.
Standard Adult Price – £10.00, Early Bird Adult – £8.00 (book by 1st June).
Standard Teenagers (14+) – £4.00, Early Bird Teenagers – £2.00 (book by 1st June).
Booking forms available at the museum or download here.

Art at the Museum - Rita Fisk Retrospective
2022-08-01 10:00 - 2022-09-17 16:00
Local Artist Rita Fisk Retrospective.
For those that love the skilled work of Rita here is an opportunity to see and purchase some of the last pieces that she created. There are also a few examples of her early work.
If you wish to travel the world in your imagination then visit this exhibition and see her interpretation of her travels in delightful stitched work.

Workshop - "The story of Wool - from Fleece to Fabric" - with Tony Smith
2022-08-01 14:00 - 16:00
A repeat of the workshop from the 4th July so second chance to learn about the Woollen Industry and experience the processes used to create fabric from fleece.
There will be time to listen at the beginning of the session.

Suitable for Families.
Workshop Prices.
Standard Adult Price – £10.00, Early Bird Adult – £8.00 (book by 1st June).
Standard Teenagers (14+) – £4.00, Early Bird Teenagers – £2.00 book by 1st June
Children under the age of 14 – £2.00
Booking forms available at the museum or download here.

Workshop - "Lime mortar repairs - hands-on demonstration of techniques" - with Ben Hartshorn
2022-09-03 14:00 - 17:00
Working with lime mortar is a specialist skill required and essential when renovating or repairing listed buildings.

This workshop is a hands-on demonstration of the techniques required, be prepared to get involved and your hands dirty!.
Suitable for Adults only.
Safety goggles and gloves are provided.
Workshop Prices.
Standard Adult Price – £15.00, Early Bird Adult – £10.00 (book by 1st July).
Booking forms available at the museum or download here.
Event sponsored by Rose of Jericho in Dorchester and Bradfords Building Supplies.

Talk by Renowned Author Nicholas Jubber
2022-09-07 19:00 - 21:30
Green Dragon Bookshop invites you to a talk hosted by the Museum.
“The Fairy Tellers” is Nicholas latest book, based on seven fascinating key tellers such as Neapolitan Soldier of Fortune to a bankrupt noblewoman. Join us in the Andrew room for an enthralling evening.
Tickets are only available from the Green Dragon bookshop in the George shopping centre.

Special Exhibition - Astounding Inventions
2022-09-10 10:00 - 2022-10-29 16:00
Our exhibition for September/October is linked in with this year’s Heritage Open Days on the theme of ‘Astounding Inventions’.
There are many inventions that have transformed our lives over the centuries. We have selected artefacts from the collection which try to show the impact they have had on the lives of Crewkerne people.
For Heritage Open Days week, there is also a leaflet which will point out a few of the inventions we have in our permanent galleries.

Art in the Museum - Somerset Art Weeks - 5 Crewkerne artists exhibit their artistic skills
2022-09-24 10:00 - 2022-10-09 16:00
An exciting diverse new collaboration between five Crewkerne artists. Exhibiting in the Crewkerne Museum the group investigate connections both individual and collective to the theme of sanctuary through art that explores the figure, relationships, environment, realism and abstraction in a variety of media. There will be opportunities for artists introductory talks, workshops and activities including collage, cut outs, printmaking and life drawing.
Mark Chapman

Judith Ellis

Lucy Gallwey

Lucy Hawkins

Jenny Mellings

Talk by Renowned Photographer Pauline Rook
2022-09-27 19:00 - 21:30
Green Dragon Bookshop invites you to a talk by renowned Photographer Pauline Rook hosted by the Museum.
Pauline, a local photographer who specialises in rural documentaries, has recently published her book “Spirits and Essence” of the Blackdown Hills. In her book she records the stories in photographs of the Blackdown Hills. Enjoy an evening with Pauline in the Andrew room.
Tickets are only available from the Green Dragon bookshop in the George shopping centre.

Halloween Fun at the Museum
2022-10-24 10:00 - 2022-10-29 16:00
A Free Family activity during normal opening hours.
Monday 24th, Thursday 27th, Friday 28th and Saturday 29th October 2022 – 10:00 am to 4:00pm

Talks & Teas - Lytes Cary Manor
2022-11-09 14:00 - 16:00
Lytes Cary Manor – The People and the House with David Maclean.
Wednesday 9th November at 2:00 pm.
How well do you know Lytes Cary? David’s talk will give you a greater insight to the history of the house and the people associated with it. Be prepared for some surprises as we move through the centuries from 1286 till the present day

Ticket price £5:00 which includes Tea/Coffee
Limited numbers event so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Download booking form here.

Watercolour Christmas Cards - workshop
2022-11-12 10:00 - 12:00
Saturday 12th November 2022
Ideas for using simple watercolour techniques to create original Christmas Cards.
No experience or drawing ability required!
Tutor: Caroline Croxson.

Book by visiting the museum or download and print a booking form here.
Email completed forms to crewkernemuseum@hotmail.co.uk

Christmas Lighting up Evening
2022-11-25 17:30 - 19:30
Christmas Lighting up evening Friday 25th November from 5.30pm
In line with the Crewkerne festivities the Museum courtyard will be lit and decorated along with the scents and smells of Christmas wafting through the Museum.
There will be a craft stall where we aim to have a variety of items mainly for £5.00 and less. If you would like to contribute an item that we can sell, we would be most grateful – whether it be homemade sweets/cookies/crafts. Please drop them off in November between 10.30am – 12.30pm on either Wednesday 23rd or Friday 25th.
Christmas Gifts
Are you looking for a gift that is easy to post? How about our 2023 Calendar (with envelope), tea towel, cloth bag or a ticket to one of our talks?

Talks & Teas - The Elizabethan Welcome Tour with Helen Nichols
2022-12-07 14:00 - 16:00
The Elizabethan Welcome Tour with Helen Nichols
Wednesday 7th December 2022 at 2.00pm
Montacute is a masterpiece of Elizabethan Renaissance architecture and design. With its towering
walls of glass, glow of Hamstone and surrounding gardens, it is a place of beauty and wonder. Sir
Edward Phelips was the visionary force behind the creation of this masterpiece. Helen will be delving
into the history and people of this local landmark.
Ticket price £5:00, which includes Tea/Coffee
Limited numbers event so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Download booking form here.

Talks and Teas - Lord North one time owner of Dillington House - with Sheila Seymour
2023-01-11 14:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 11th January 2023 – 2.00pm to 4.00pm
Lord North, one time owner of Dillington House.

What do you know about Lord North?
In this talk Dr. Sheila Seymour proposes that losing America was not his greatest crime, intrigued? Come along and listen to this fascinating talk.
Ticket price £5:00, which includes Tea/Coffee
Limited numbers event so please book early to avoid disappointment.

Watercolour Painting Workshops
2023-01-14 10:00 - 12:00
Have you always wanted to learn to paint?
Are you looking for a new hobby?
This is a four week course, led by a local painter and teacher, which will teach some watercolour techniques and enable you to create four different paintings. Experience and skills are not required.
This is a four week course, led by a local painter and teacher, which will teach some watercolour techniques and enable you to create four different paintings. Experience and skills are not required. Also suitable for those who have attended the January workshops.
Each workshop will be on a Saturday Morning,
10am – 12pm at the Museum.
Dates: January 14th, 21st, 28th & February 11th.
Cost: £20.00 per workshop, or £65.00 if all booked together. Please contact crewkernemuseum@hotmail.co.uk
or visit the museum on Saturdays 10am-12pm

Archaeological site visits - 31st January 2023
2023-01-31 10:00 - 14:00
We are pleased to announce that following the successful visits to the Crewkerne Archaeological site back in the Summer. Simon Hughes-lead Archaeologist has arranged for 2 further visits on January 31st, 10.00am and 12pm
Although the visit is free, booking is absolutely essential, there is a maximum of 30 places on each visit.
To book, please either contact us via email, crewkernemuseum@hotmail.co.uk, with your booking name, email address, phone number and number of tickets required or
Pop into the Museum on Saturday mornings 11am – 2pm with your contact details .
On confirmation of your booking, walking/driving instructions will be given.

Inks of Plant and Earth - with Jenny Mellings
2023-02-04 14:00 - 16:00
Saturday 4th February 2pm – 4pm
This is an experimental workshop using colours mostly made from locally gathered plant material and earth pigments. Find out more about the history of ink making and join our painting session to try them out for yourself!
Suitable for adults and children from age 12.
All materials provided – £20 per session
email jenny.mellings@gmail.com to book and for further information.

Talks & Teas - Four Royal Invitations with Sheila Seymore
2023-02-08 14:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 8th February 2023 at 2:00pm
The English like to think that the last time we were invaded was in 1066 – debatable in itself.
In this talk, Sheila argues that it was much more recent, 1688 when William of Orange came over. Was he invited, or did he invade? It is a debatable point.
And what about the Dauphin, Prince Louis? He captured London and was planning his coronation…
Then there was James I and VI. His arrival didn’t make us one nation with Scotland – or did it? And as a Scot was on the throne, which country could claim dominance – England or Scotland?
And finally, there was George I, founder of our present dynasty. What impact did he make on who was in charge and how we were governed?
It’s a bit of an eye-opener!
Ticket price £5.00, which includes Tea/Coffee
Limited numbers event so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Download booking form here. Please complete form and return to the Museum.

Animal Portraits with Monoprinting - Deborah Harris
2023-02-18 10:00 - 12:00
This workshop is led by Deborah Harris, a local artist/art teacher.
Come and make a realistic, fun A4 sized portrait of your pet or favourite animal using the monoprinting technique and some painting.

Don’t worry, you don’t need to be able to draw: it’s all done with the magic of tracing!
All you need to bring is an apron and an A4 sized picture of your favourite pet or animal.
£20 per person. Suitable for adults and children over 10 years old with accompanying adults (children pay £10).
All materials provided.
To book please contact Deborah Harris
deborahjharris23@gmail.com
07929 616215 or 01460 30389

Live Music in and around Crewkerne
2023-02-19 10:00 - 16:00
An event at the museum on Sunday 19th February, 10am-4pm.
Drop in any time during the day to discover more about the music scene in and around Crewkerne. Meet the musicians, listen to music and learn about the varied music that can be heard in the area.

This is an opportunity to find out about the music scene all under one roof! Free event, donations to the museum welcome.

Talks & Teas - How can we use Plants to combat Global Warming? - with Ian Tribe
2023-03-08 14:00 - 16:00
Event Cancelled. To be rescheduled later in the season. Apologies for any inconvenience.
Wednesday 8th March 2023 at 2.00pm
Too many animals means too few plants. But plants and animals must be in balance as their processes are opposite, and imbalance can lead to global warming…
How do we put it right? Surely it is simple! Just plant more. But which plants, and where, and how?
Let’s find out.
Ticket price £5:00, which includes Tea/Coffee
Limited numbers event so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Download Booking form here. Please return completed forms to the Museum.

Crewkerne 100 years ago
2023-04-01 10:00 - 2023-07-15 16:00
The museum shows how people lived, worked and entertained themselves and what their hopes and aspirations were for the future.

Flock Together
2023-04-06 10:00 - 2023-04-29 16:00
Community Sewing Project Exhibition
A showcase of all the stitched works created during 2022 responding to the theme ‘Flock Together’

Watercolour Painting Workshops with Caroline
2023-04-08 10:00 - 12:00
Have you always wanted to learn to paint?
Are you looking for a new hobby?
This is a four week course, led by a local painter and teacher, which will teach some watercolour techniques and enable you to create four different paintings. Experience and skills are not required.

This is a four week course, led by a local painter and teacher, which will teach some watercolour techniques and enable you to create four different paintings. Experience and skills are not required. Also suitable for those who have attended the January workshops.
Each workshop will be on a Saturday Morning,
10am – 12pm at the Museum.
Dates; March 11th, 18th, 25th. April 8th.
Cost; £20.00 per workshop, or £65.00 if all booked together. Please contact crewkernemuseum@hotmail.co.uk
or visit the museum on Saturdays 10am-12pm

Exhibition and Sale of Paintings by Local Artists
2023-05-01 10:00 - 2023-05-29 16:00
Whitelackington Art Group exhibit paintings by local artists.
1st May 2023 to 29th May 2023 during normal museum opening hours.

The Big Help Out
2023-05-08 10:00 - 16:00
At the museum
Monday 8th May 10am – 4pm
Discover what our volunteers do – looking after the Collection and the building, researching, fund raising, stewarding the museum
Bring a friend and enjoy the welcome!
FREE COFFEE/TEA AND CAKE ALL DAY!
www.crewkernemuseum.co.uk

Burden or Blessing - a view of childhood through time
2023-07-22 10:00 - 2023-08-26 16:00
Discover how attitudes to children, and their place in society, have changed since Victorian times to the present day.
Visit with your children to talk about the past!
Games and toys to explore.

Summer Workshop
2023-07-27 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-08-10 10:00 - 12:00
Join us to make small individual banners on the theme of childhood;
health, education, work and leisure from the Victorian era to now, during
the exhibition ‘Burden or Blessing’.
Activities will include drawing, fabric printing, appliqué and embroidery
on brightly coloured fabrics. In four sessions work towards a group
display of individual pieces at the museum in August (before you finally
take them home)! All materials provided.
Adults £10:00 Children (aged over 8) £5:00.

Summer Workshop
2023-08-03 10:00 - 12:00
Join us to make small individual banners on the theme of childhood;
health, education, work and leisure from the Victorian era to now, during
the exhibition ‘Burden or Blessing’.
Activities will include drawing, fabric printing, appliqué and embroidery
on brightly coloured fabrics. In four sessions work towards a group
display of individual pieces at the museum in August (before you finally
take them home)! All materials provided..
Adults £10:00 Children (aged over 8) £5:00.
