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Nantwich Museum to stage half-term and Pancake Day workshops

Nantwich Museum to stage half-term and Pancake Day workshops

Nantwich Museum is staging children’s workshops during half term and a celebration of Pancake Day.

“Dreams of Nantwich” exhibition in the Museum’s Millennium Gallery will provide inspiration for water colour painting during the children’s workshops on February 19 and 20.

February 18, 2020
Civic Society funding helps Nantwich Museum install new kitchen

Civic Society funding helps Nantwich Museum install new kitchen

Nantwich Museum has received a donation from Nantwich Civic Society to help fund a new kitchen.

The museum’s kitchen is in constant use but has fallen into a state of disrepair at the Pillory Street venue.

January 30, 2020
Nantwich Museum to stage “Road to the Battle of Nantwich”

Nantwich Museum to stage “Road to the Battle of Nantwich”

Nantwich Museum is to stage a Holly Holy Day commemoration and “Road to the Battle of Nantwich” talks.

Holly Holy Day will commemorate the 1644 Battle of Nantwich this month on January 25.

January 15, 2020
“Dreams of Nantwich” exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

“Dreams of Nantwich” exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

“Dreams of Nantwich”, an exhibition by local artist Michal Obolewicz, has opened at Nantwich Museum to run until Saturday March 7.

The exhibition seeks to create the mythical and fairy tale story of Nantwich through its beauty and history.

January 13, 2020
Ancient salt tool unearthed by rescue dog in Nantwich

Ancient salt tool unearthed by rescue dog in Nantwich

A rescue dog has unearthed an ancient salt making tool on the banks of the River Weaver in Nantwich!

Sasha made the discovery while being exercised after the recent floods near the Fairfax Bridge over the Weaver.

January 5, 2020
Nantwich Museum to celebrate 40 years in the town

Nantwich Museum to celebrate 40 years in the town

Nantwich Museum is preparing to celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2020.

A series of special events will be held alongside te normal exhibitions, walking tours of the town, workshops, coffee mornings, and other one-off events.

January 2, 2020
Nantwich Museum to stage “sing-a-long” Christmas concert

Nantwich Museum to stage “sing-a-long” Christmas concert

Nantwich Museum is staging a Drop-in Sing-a-long concert of Christmas music by the Wistaston Singers 11am-12pm Saturday December 21.

The museum shop will be open offering goods including Christmas cards, other greeting cards, games, toys, souvenirs, craft work including jewellery.

December 10, 2019
Nantwich Museum to stage Christmas Craft Fair

Nantwich Museum to stage Christmas Craft Fair

Nantwich Museum’s popular Christmas Craft Fair featuring goods made by the museum’s Craft Group will take place this Saturday November 23.

Items for sale in aid of museum funds include handmade Christmas gifts and decorations.

November 20, 2019
Nantwich Museum trustee earns prestigious Dutton Prize

Nantwich Museum trustee earns prestigious Dutton Prize

Nantwich Museum Trustee Dr Graham Dodd has been awarded the prestigious Dutton Prize.

The prize includes a medal endowed by medal-maker Ron Dutton in memory of his parents Alderman and Mrs Dutton.

November 15, 2019
2019 Nantwch Camera Club Photographic Exhibition

2019 Nantwch Camera Club Photographic Exhibition

The 2019 Nantwich Camera Club Photographic Exhibition featuring work from members of the successful club has opened at Nantwich Museum.

The annual event includes stunning print and projected images of a range of inspiring subjects.

November 9, 2019
Nantwich Museum to stage Autumn quiz on October 27

Nantwich Museum to stage Autumn quiz on October 27

Nantwich Museum’s Autumn Quiz Night in aid of museum funds will take place from 7.30pm this Sunday October 27 at Crewe Vagrants Sports Club in Willaston.

October 22, 2019
Rosie Pugh unveils memoir at Nantwich Museum event

Rosie Pugh unveils memoir at Nantwich Museum event

By Jonathan White
Local writer Rosie Pugh will be launching her memoir “Secrets Within Crumbling Castles” at Nantwich Museum later this month.

Rosie will be at the Pillory Street venue on Sunday October 27 from 2-4pm.

October 17, 2019
Environment writer Patrick Barkham to speak at Nantwich Words & Music Festival

Environment writer Patrick Barkham to speak at Nantwich Words & Music Festival

Well-known environmental journalist and author Patrick Barkham will be appearing in Nantwich during the Words and Music Festival.

Barkham will be in Nantwich to talk about his recent book “Islander”.

October 12, 2019