Together, we’ll explore the town's women who weren't exactly respectable in the eyes of society - witches, criminals, herbalists, prostitutes, and those who didn't conform to what a well-behaved person […]
In April’s installment of our free art talk series, we will be joined by Andrew Cross and Hugh Hamshaw Thomas. After studying fine art painting at the Bath Academy of […]
This month a representative from F.W. Jones will give a talk on The Funerals of Chippenham’s History. Frederick William Jones began the business as both a funeral director and cabinetmaker […]
In May’s installment of the museum's free art talk series, they will be joined Alma Boyes and Helen Harris. Alma Boyes studied ceramics and sculpture at the Bath Academy of […]
Wiltshire Women & Music: From the Archives to the Airwaves. Nancy Kerr and Lucy Whitfield in conversation. Lucy Whitfield is a genealogist, historian, and author of the Extraordinary Ordinary Women […]
Celebrating the rich history and life around canals, Chippenham Folk Festival presents a morning exploring canals. Join Dave Maloney, volunteer from the Wilts and Berks Canal Trust, sharing wonderful stories […]
In 1563 a witchcraft act was passed by the English parliament. It formed the legal basis for all English witchcraft trials. In early 1564, a baby, William Bayntun died in […]
Join us at the History Centre on Saturday 6th June at 2pm for a fascinating look at the life of John Aubrey. Dr Louise Ryland-Epton will take you on a […]
An interactive exploration of local history together, where questions are encouraged and knowledge is shared, this meeting of History Portal Club will take a look at Chippenham Union Workhouse through […]
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 […]
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 […]
In July’s installment of our free art talk series, we will be joined by Gordon Faulds and Alex Faulkner. Gordon Faulds studied visual communication at the Bath Academy of Art, […]
