Explore what life was like in Chippenham in the 1920s & 30s, as objects, costume, photographs & artworks bring the era to life. Marking the centenary of the opening of John Coles Park in 1923, this exhibition explores the glamour of the cinema and fashions from the period, as well as strikes, protests and the […]
Join Chippenham Museum for a free guided walk introducing the town’s history, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. This 40 minute exploration of the town is perfect for both residents and visitors. These walks take place at 2pm on selected Saturdays from May-September. Meet at The Buttercross, Market Place. Booking is […]
Join us for the second talk in our summer series linked to our current exhibition ‘Chippenham Between the Wars’. The Flapper has become the iconic image of the Roaring Twenties, a young woman with short hair and hem line to match, enjoying new freedoms brought about by the emerging female workforce of the First World […]
Don your flapper dresses and experience a night at the museum like no other… Chippenham Museum presents a 1920s evening of mystery and intrigue. An artifact has been stolen from the museum collection and we need your help to track down the culprit. Explore the museum to uncover clues, find the artifact and unmask the […]