An exhibition celebrating the heritage of Chippenham Station, 180 years on from the station's opening in 1841. Enjoy a journey through the station’s history from Victorian times to the present day. Taking place in the medieval timber framed Yelde Hall, the exhibition is also a good opportunity to step inside one of Chippenham’s most historic […]
This half term join Chippenham Museum’s Photoclub for some free photo fun. Exhibition ‘Our Photo Journey’ The club’s autumn photographic exhibition and first display together as a group. Museum Trail Take part in the club’s photographic challenge to see if you can find their favorite objects around the museum. Free Photography Workshops Wednesday 27 October, […]
In his first solo exhibition, local artist Sam Heath depicts the everyday life of his local pub and its community. This exhibition is Chippenham Museum’s annual season dedicated to local art and artists – @ARTSPACE at Chippenham Museum. Visit between 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday from 4th to the 30th November.
A display of sketches, models and maquettes, revealing what goes into making a work of art. This exhibition is part of Chippenham Museum’s annual season dedicated to local art and artists – @ARTSPACE at Chippenham Museum. Visit between 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday from 4th to the 31st December.
The ‘Wiltshire on Paper: Post-War Prints from the Bath Academy of Art’ exhibition is a celebration of post-war printmaking from a unique time in Wiltshire's creative history. On display in Chippenham for the first time, the exhibition features recent additions to Chippenham Museum’s art collection from the Golder-Thompson Gift. Visitors can enjoy works by nationally […]
Visit the latest exhibition at Chippenham Museum at a time to suit you with these special late openings. ‘Wiltshire on Paper: Post-War Prints from the Bath Academy of Art’ exhibition is a celebration of post-war printmaking from a unique time in Wiltshire’s creative history. On display in Chippenham for the first time, the exhibition features […]
A textile art installation capturing the international collective experience of the pandemic. Visiting Chippenham Museum on a tour of the UK, The Covid Chronicle features work by 70 textile artists across the world including from the Chippenham community. The Covid Chronicle is a textile patchwork project to record and commemorate our individual and collective experience […]
Join Chippenham Museum’s resident crafters for a relaxed afternoon with Fi Redmond. Fi is a local textile artist whose work features in the museum’s exhibition, The Covid Chronicle. Over tea and cake, find out more about how lockdown and the global pandemic influenced Fi’s practice and gain insight into taking part in this national project […]
Book one of four places on Tuesday 12 and 19 April for accompanied children to enjoy our free drop-in workshop in a quieter way. These free sessions are for children who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable. Instead, book to join a smaller group of children in a quieter session before […]
Inspired by Chippenham Museum’s textile art exhibition, discover a range of techniques with local artist Fi Redmond to create yourself in stitch. You will try appliqué and simple stitches including running, long and French knots. Both beginners and experienced stitchers are welcome. This session is for ages 8+ (unaccompanied) and booking is essential. Fi Redmond […]
Take a look at great transport events over land, sea and air with the Mayor of Chippenham from the past few decades, using his own personal recordings. All proceeds will be going to the Mayor’s chosen charity, Sight Research UK The show is expected to include video of the GWR Steam Railmotor in action in […]
Try your hand at the age-old craft of lacemaking with Teresa Wheeler. During this workshop you will be taught one traditional stitch, using modern materials and patterns. You will be taking home something a little different! Tickets: £20 Please note: this workshop is suitable for ages 18+ as part of Chippenham Museum’s Creative Workshops for […]