Bees are Family Did you know that bees held a special place in the family in historic Cambridgeshire? Bees have held a special and venerated space in Cambridgeshire history and folklore as part of the beekeeper’s inner circle. Historic beekeepers of the region used to inform
Culinary Histories of Cambridgeshire
Seafood, cheese, and baking have all played their part in the Cambridgeshire’s culinary history. Trustee Roger explores them in detail.
The Museum of Cambridge’s Rotary Quern
Martin adopted the Museum’s rotary quern having had a lifelong interest in the history of early agriculture. In this article, he explores the history and use of quern stones in Britain.
Folklore in Cambridgeshire: Black Cats
Black Cats Are Lucky Did you know that if a black cat crossed your path in historic Cambridgeshire, it was thought to bring you good luck? In the past, cats have been venerated in Cambridgeshire and the Fenland as good
Creating the Museum’s Mini-Moo
I first saw painted animals in a city centre years ago and could only think ‘what a wonderful idea’. They were so colorful, so eclectic, and – most importantly – so much fun. I remember thinking wistfully that it would
Cambridge and Film
Trustee Roger surveys films released in Cambridge in 1914, touching on the major films released at the outbreak of the First World War.
Witches, Warlocks, Webs, and Mayhem
Volunteer Paul shares the spookier side of the Museum’s history, touching on true love and grief along the way.
Protected: The Current Stats
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Collections Care Update
Collections Officer, Aimee, talks about our recent Collections Care Audit awarded by AIM Collections Care Audit Grant with Icon and supported by The Pilgrim Trust in June.
Protected: November Team Updates
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