A small museum, with a big story to share
The violence arising from the witch mania that consumed the country is well known, but the steps taken by individuals to protect their homes, their kin and themselves are often overlooked. There was so much that could be done to stop a witch from causing harm and all that was needed was a single, worn shoe…
If your curiosity is piqued by the extraordinary, then we have quite a tale to tell you.
Come visit and discover more about the remarkable Elizabeth Woodcock, a resident of the village of Impington who survived for nearly eight days in a cave of snow after a fall from her horse on a tempestuous evening in February 1799
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"Cambridge had called me to it and I love the place"
The works of Mary Charlotte Greene capture the streetscapes, buildings, inns, yards, and courts of Cambridge, many of which were demolished in the first half of the 20th century. Join us from 30 March to view her drawings, watercolours, prints and oil paintings and explore a unique record of the history and development of our city.
Did you know that Cambridgeshire had its own Robin Hood?
Join us for a storytelling workshop led by puppet maker and animator Heather Colbert and help us recount the adventures of local hero Hereward the Wake.
Heroines, Highwaymen and Hereward the Wake: Tales from the Fens is suitable for children aged 7-15.
Tickets are free, but you will need to book so that we can manage attendance at the venue
Whether you are interested in women's history, have a story of campaigning to share, are interested in the design and production of suffrage banners, are involved in current campaigns or would just like to in find out more over a cuppa with us...
Drop in to the Enid Porter Room at any time between 11:00am and 2:00pm on Saturday 21 April.
No one can doubt the impact that the University of Cambridge has had on so many facets of our city and our lives, but few people realise that this includes many sports and games. Even fewer know of the influential role played by the town as well as the gown
From a simple ceremony in a village church to the pomp and circumstance of royal nuptials, A Loyal Toast explores the folk customs associated with marriage in Cambridgeshire and celebrates the upcoming union of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry with a display of commemorative objects from past royal weddings
Everyone is interested in puppet-making.
Join stop-motion animator and puppet-maker Heather Colbert for our latest workshop, which will explore polymer clay sculpting techniques to create a Bunraku-style puppet, as part of our ongoing Tracing Traditions project at the Museum.
Whether you are interested in women's history or the design and production of suffrage banners, are involved in current campaigns, have a campaigning story to share or would just like to in find out more over a mug of tea or coffee with us...
Drop in to the Enid Porter Room at any time between 11:00am and 2:00pm on Saturday 12 May to find out more...
Cambridgeshire has a rich history of folklore and storytelling and there are many fascinating tales about the area. Help us tell some lesser known tales from the Fens in our very own Museum puppet theatre.
More Tales from the Fens is suitable for children aged 7-15
