Great Shelford Mill (acrylic 2024) As we uncover more of James Nutter’s life, read on to see what September had in store for him. September starts with James assessing the delivery of new wheat: “New wheat today – some good
‘Little Feet, Big Impressions’ Returns to the Museum of Cambridge!
The Museum of Cambridge is thrilled to announce the return of ‘Little Feet, Big Impressions,’ an exciting and thoughtfully redesigned programme for families with children aged 1-5. This engaging series of storytelling and sensory activities takes place every two weeks
A Reappraisal of James Ward’s painting “View of Cambridge from Castle Hill”: the truth behind this idealised landscape – misogyny and violence against young women in 19th century Cambridge
Article by Dr N. Henry At first glance James Ward’s painting, kept at the Museum of Cambridge, appears like a typical 19th century pastoral scene reflecting the contemporary nostalgia for a simpler lifestyle and beautiful green spaces. The scene depicting
The Miller of Cambridge: A peek into James Nutter’s Diary – August 1804
King’s and Bishop’s Mill, Mill Lane, Cambridge (acrylic painting, 2024, after an early 20th century watercolour) James Nutter (1763-1829) was the first of a number of generations of Cambridge millers in which the first born were all called James Nutter.
Museum of Cambridge Christmas Market – Call for Vendors!
Looking for the Museum of Cambridge Christmas Market details this year? Click here to find out more and join us this year for some Christmas cheer! After the success of our Christmas Market last year, we’re happy to announce
My Placement at the Museum of Cambridge
Hear From Emily, who did a university placement with the Museum of Cambridge, about her experiences and reflection of her time with us!
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.
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
The Cissy Macfarlane-Grieve Sketchbooks
Of the many fragile artefacts we store at the Museum of Cambridge few can be as beautiful and mysterious as the four sketchbooks we have of Cissy, dating from 1899 to around 1912. In 1892 the Rev. William Macfarlane purchased
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.