Name: Finding the Portraits of Cambridge – Tour
Start: 2026-08-29T11:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-08-29T13:00:00+01:00
Location: The Museum of Cambridge

Discover the extraordinary history of Cambridge

The Museum of Cambridge celebrates the people, places and traditions that have shaped our city. Explore fascinating objects, inspiring exhibitions, and stories from across generations in a beautiful historic building at the heart of Cambridge.

Plan your Visit

What’s On

Monday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Please note that our hours may change due to volunteer availability. Please check before travelling.

Cambridge Disability Heritage: Medical Cabinet Collection (Part 2) – Box 64a
July 7, 2026
Written by Hannah Twinberrow, Disability Heritage Research Volunteer This research piece was made possible by a two-year initiative made possible by a £99,802 grant from the Esmée Fairbairn …
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Cambridge Disability Heritage: Medical Cabinet Collection (Part 1) – Box 64a
July 5, 2026
Written by Hannah Twinberrow, Disability Heritage Research Volunteer This research piece was made possible by a two-year initiative made possible by a £99,802 grant from the Esmée Fairbairn …
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The General Strike in Cambridge, May 1926: Town, Gown and Working-Class Solidarity
June 26, 2026
Written by Roger Lilley, Trustee The General Strike of May 1926 only lasted nine days but, in that time, exposed faultlines in Cambridge society that were to be remembered for many years. Whilst the …
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