The Museum of Cambridge
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The Museum of Cambridge, a small museum, telling a big story. It was set up in 1936 by leading members of the town and university. Their collections represent Cambridge and Cambridgeshire history and heritage over 300 years, including objects related to everyday life, customs and traditions of local people, places and events.
The Museum of Cambridge
19h ago
‘The Stories Behind the Stitches’ exhibition is running until Autumn 2024 at the Museum of Cambridge. The Museum of Cambridge holds a collection of embroideries stitching a range of subjects from flora and fauna to fairy tales. What is ..read more
The Museum of Cambridge
3d ago
As you go up the stairs from the 18th century kitchen at the Museum of Cambridge, you enter a small room that was probably one of the guest rooms at the White Horse Inn. A miscellany of objects, portraits and ..read more
The Museum of Cambridge
6d ago
The Museum of Cambridge welcomes Tammi Bello as Exhibition & Project Manager for our Legacies of Windrush in Cambridgeshire project in partnership with ACRG (African Caribbean Research Group). Tammi is an interdisciplinary curator and producer with interests in postcolonial narratives. Rooted in ..read more
The Museum of Cambridge
2w ago
The Museum of Cambridge is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its ‘Retail Refresh’ shop refurbishment project, marking a significant milestone in the Museum’s commitment to enhancing visitor experiences and supporting local artisans. Made possible by the generous support ..read more
The Museum of Cambridge
2w ago
Capturing Cambridge Open Day on 28th March was set up as a one-day event to allow locals of Cambridge city and the wider county the opportunity to record and share their histories. Created as an in-person event to support the ..read more
The Museum of Cambridge
1M ago
The Museum of Cambridge opens a new exhibition, "The Stories Behind the Stitches", exploring wellness, disability and self-expression through Cambridge textiles. ..read more
The Museum of Cambridge
2M ago
Between 25th and 27th February 1847, the big contest for University Chancellor took place ..read more
The Museum of Cambridge
2M ago
After a brief hiatus, the Museum on a Bike is back! The Bike is a brilliant way for the Museum to come together with people around Cambridge, bringing local history, objects, stories, and activities to wherever they might be. Hi ..read more
The Museum of Cambridge
2M ago
Between 25th and 27th February 1847, the big contest for University Chancellor took place ..read more
The Museum of Cambridge
2M ago
It is with huge delight that the Museum of Cambridge announces that it has been awarded Arts Council England Funding through the National Lottery to work with the African Caribbean Research Group on a new project in 2024 and 2025 ..read more