The sun is shining! Let’s hope we see some more of it. Whatever the weather, we hope you can join us for our Coffee Morning next Tuesday 22nd August-drop in anytime between 10am-1pm. Entry is £3 and includes coffee or tea and biscuits. There will be various stalls, including the Museum Shop, Cake and Produce,…
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Games from Yesteryear
Games of Yesteryear-put those ipads and tablets down. On Tuesday 8th August come join in the fun at the Museum! We have two FREE sessions 10-12 and 2-5 where you can Drop In and play Games from the past-Skittles, Shove ha’penny, Juggling, Skipping,Marbles, Fives, Nine-men’s-morris, Hop-scotch,Tiddly-winks, Quoits, Top-spinning, Solitaire and more! Open to Children 5…
Blue Plaque for Dick Pym
Come join us at the Underway near Trout’s Boatyard on Monday 31st July for a very special event-the unveiling of the first Blue Plaque in Topsham. This plaque is to recognise Dick Pym, Topsham’s famous fisherman footballer! So spread the word and come celebrate with us!
Tuesday 20th June: Recycling by Lucy Mottram
Lucy’s talk will be about The History of Waste in Devon and how it relates to our waste management in modern day Devon. Lucy Mottram is the Waste Education Officer for Devon County Council, helping people understand the complex issues behind waste and resource management through engaging and interesting activities, tours, and talks. She is…
A Story, a Song, and a Snack! For Preschool Children on Tuesday 4th July 10.30-11.30 am
Our next free story time session for children under 5 (plus adult) will be held at the Museum on 4th July. The short story will be followed by a song or two and a fruit-based snack for the children. It also includes free discovery playtime for the children and time for the grown-ups to chat…
‘Birds and Bees’ Children’s Half-Term Event: Tuesday 30th May
Tuesday 30th May: “Birds and Bees’ a half-term event for children aged 5 and above (accompanied by an adult) will be held at the Museum. There will be two sessions, 10:00-12:00 or 14:00-16:00. Learn about the birds which visit the Exe Estuary, get close (safely) to a bee colony, find out how we can all…
Museum Lecture: ‘Triumph of Design: A Century of Costume for Film’ by Ken Lodwick on Tuesday 16th May at Matthews Hall:
In this illustrated talk, curator and writer Keith Lodwick will explore how period films in the 20th century have been depicted through the lens of costume design. From the Edwardian finery of Titanic (1997) to the gritty disco-era defining Saturday Night Fever (1977). Keith will explore key films and the work of costume designers and examine how these film projects…
The Big Help Out: Monday 8th May
The Museum will be open Bank Holiday Monday 8th May. As part of the Coronation Celebrations we are taking part in ‘The Big Help Out’. Several community organisations will be showcasing a variety of opportunities they have for volunteers. Be part of our Topsham community, see what’s on offer, do something you enjoy and meet…
Secret Gardens Sunday 11th June Where to Buy Tickets
Tickets are still available to buy in advance from: Topsham Museum, our sponsors Wilkinson Grant, Topsham Bookshop for £7. Tickets are no longer available online. Tickets will also be available on the day (Sunday 11th June) for £8 at the following locations: Topsham Quay, Topsham Rugby Club, Topsham Museum and three of the gardens. There will be…
Museum Lecture: Tuesday 18 April at Matthews Hall: 12 noon, Doors Open 11.45
Floods along the Exe – past, present and future. By John Davidson This talk will look at the long history of floods in the River Exe catchment, and the catastrophic floods in 1960. The building of the Exeter Flood relief scheme, and the more recent flood alleviation works will be covered. The talk will finish…