John Aubrey was born in the small hamlet of Easton Piercy, near Kington St Michael. Four hundred years later, this exhibition celebrates the life and work of this extraordinary individual. When Aubrey was born in 1626, it seemed that life would never change. But when he was just sixteen, the English Civil War broke out, […]
Join the Chippenham Museum Creative Writing Group for a series of linked workshops celebrating the 400th anniversary of the birth of local antiquarian and famous biographer, John Aubrey. The workshops will be led by Lesley Taylor, an experienced facilitator, and will draw inspiration from Aubrey’s work and the museum’s summer exhibition. Born in Kington St […]
Join local artist April Barlow to explore Chippenham Museum’s summer exhibition, Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge, before heading out on a mindful walk beside the River Avon to reconnect with nature through art. Meet at Chippenham Museum. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to allow for a prompt start. […]