The post-war book designs of artist and teacher, Stephen Russ, are coming to life at Chippenham Museum. From the forties to the seventies, Russ produced dozens of dust jackets, from striking first editions of Graham Greene at Bodley Head to a wide range of titles at Collins, including nature books and the famous Collins Crime […]
The post-war book designs of artist and teacher, Stephen Russ, are coming to life at Chippenham Museum. From the forties to the seventies, Russ produced dozens of dust jackets, from striking first editions of Graham Greene at Bodley Head to a wide range of titles at Collins, including nature books and the famous Collins Crime […]
This May Half Term, get ready for some of our most popular family activities! Rocket Powered Workshops - Tuesday 26 May Drop-in sessions, Education Suite Design and launch your own bottle rocket or air powered car, using the same principles of engineering in rocket science! LEGO® Engineering Workshops - Wednesday 27 May Pre-bookable sessions, Education […]
The post-war book designs of artist and teacher, Stephen Russ, are coming to life at Chippenham Museum. From the forties to the seventies, Russ produced dozens of dust jackets, from striking first editions of Graham Greene at Bodley Head to a wide range of titles at Collins, including nature books and the famous Collins Crime […]
The post-war book designs of artist and teacher, Stephen Russ, are coming to life at Chippenham Museum. From the forties to the seventies, Russ produced dozens of dust jackets, from striking first editions of Graham Greene at Bodley Head to a wide range of titles at Collins, including nature books and the famous Collins Crime […]
The post-war book designs of artist and teacher, Stephen Russ, are coming to life at Chippenham Museum. From the forties to the seventies, Russ produced dozens of dust jackets, from striking first editions of Graham Greene at Bodley Head to a wide range of titles at Collins, including nature books and the famous Collins Crime […]
The post-war book designs of artist and teacher, Stephen Russ, are coming to life at Chippenham Museum. From the forties to the seventies, Russ produced dozens of dust jackets, from striking first editions of Graham Greene at Bodley Head to a wide range of titles at Collins, including nature books and the famous Collins Crime […]
Our free guided walks are back for 2026! Join a member of the Chippenham Museum team on select Thursdays and Saturdays from May to September for a 40-minute journey through the town’s history, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. Perfect for residents, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross, Market Place. […]
In June's installment, we will be joined by Natasha Michaels and Carole Pearson. Natasha Michaels studied communication design at Saint Martin's School of Art and at the Royal College of Art where she specialised in printmaking. Her work explores conventions in classical subjects from art history. Celebrating, and at the same time, subverting these images, […]
Join us at Chippenham Museum for a special illustrated talk with local historian Mike Stone. Discover the fascinating evolution of the Chippenham Carnival, from its origins in 1889 as a hospital fundraiser and the legendary ‘motor-khana’ displays in John Coles Park, to the colourful modern-day parades through the town. With the new Carnival returning on […]
Our free guided walks are back for 2026! Join a member of the Chippenham Museum team on select Thursdays and Saturdays from May to September for a 40-minute journey through the town’s history, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. Perfect for residents, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross, Market Place. […]
Mark your calendars for the REME Museum Extravaganza, in celebration of Armed Forces Day 2026! This fun-filled open day is a celebration of everything that it means to be part of the REME Family. The event takes place throughout the entire museum grounds, including the galleries, Education Suite, outdoor spaces and gardens and of course […]
