We are thrilled to invite you to “The Stories Behind the Stitches” Late Night Opening (General Entry) as we move into the next phase of the exhibition!

Visit the Museum of Cambridge after-hours and enjoy our temporary exhibition, the launch of two new trails, and late-night shopping.

“The Stories Behind the Stitches” Temporary Exhibition

Opening at the end of March, “The Stories Behind the Stitches” has been a very popular temporary exhibit, exploring wellness, disability and self expression through Cambridge textiles. The exhibition highlights how the needle and thread have been paramount in Cambridge and Cambridgeshire community’s self-expression throughout milestones in a person or community’s life. Visitors will be taken on a journey which allows them to consider themes of education, family-life, disability, and celebration, expressed through textiles.

The exhibit is now open and will be on display until Autumn 2024. You can find out more here: Exhibition: “The Stories Behind the Stitches” – The Museum of Cambridge

Launch of Two New Trails

We are delighted to launch two new trails in conjunction with “The Stories Behind the Stitches” at this Late Night Opening, as we enter the next phase of the exhibition: a Museum interpretation walk-through titled “Why do we Craft?” and children’s trail “Mischief Runs Amok at the Museum”.

Why do we craft?

Walk Through Cambridge’s Crafting History

Journey through the Museum of Cambridge and discover how and why we have crafted through the years. Whether it’s storing your knives, the history of the Cambridge Tapestry Company, or stitching a map as part of a young girl’s education, Cambridge’s rich history of craft has many threads to explore.

Mischief Runs Amok at the Museum

Mischief the Monkey has been running wild through the Museum and has left a trail of red ribbon behind. Help us find all the ribbons and tidy up after this crazy ape!

Museum Shop

During our Late Night Opening, you’ll also have the opportunity to visit the Museum shop, which is stocked with fun vintage games and toys, books about local history, and locally made craft items. There will also be a selection of items specifically themed around the temporary exhibition! Plus, every purchase in the shop supports the ongoing development of this fabulous Museum, ensuring we can continue to provide enriching experiences for all our visitors.

No Booking is required. Standard Entry applies for General Entry of the Late Night Opening. £6/Adults, £4.50/Students, Free for 16 and Under.

Things to Note:

Accessibility

You can read about our accessibility information on our website here Accessibility – The Museum of Cambridge. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email sumyin.wong@museumofcambridge.org.uk. Event attendees with additional needs are welcome to bring a supporter or carer who will be admitted to the event free of charge.

Getting Here

We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.

You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop on Bridge Street. Check out the Stagecoach website to plan your journey to and from the Museum. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

Photography

Please note that photographs will be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events

If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for Covid-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to offer you a refund if applicable, and welcome you at the Museum on another day.

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