What's On

Keep up-to-date with the Museum’s latest programme of exhibitions, talks and events, including the popular regular Reminiscence, Variety Club and Photographic Group.

Today at the Museum

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  • 11:00 -12:30
    01/03/2024

    KNIT & NATTER 

    Come along to our fortnightly knit and natter group.  This fun and informal meeting is welcome to all levels, beginners or those experienced in knitting and crafting.

    Attendees can bring their own materials or use the Museum’s.

     Whether ‘crafty’ or not – these friendly sessions are for all!

    Admission £3.00 (Inc. Light refreshments)

  • 13:30 -15:30
    01/03/2024

    This week’s topic is Thrillers

    ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take place from 1.30pm to 3.30 pm.

    Bring your photographs and memories to share or just come to listen to others.

    These sessions are sponsored by Mullis & Peake Solicitors LLP, Romford.

    All are welcome to these friendly sessions.

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  • All day
    02/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.

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  • All day
    03/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.

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  • All day
    04/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.
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  • All day
    05/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.
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  • 13:30 -15:30
    06/03/2024

    19-21 High St, Romford RM1 1JU, UK

    19-21 High St, Romford RM1 1JU, UK

    These are fun, informal and friendly and assume no previous knowledge. Attendees are encouraged to engage with a variety of artists within the designated topic and build up their repertoire in appraising art.

    Advanced booking advised.
    ADMISSION £5 when booked at the Museum or online via Eventbrite (booking fee applies)

    13:30 – 15:30 .

    6th March – Cezanne

    Admission includes entry to the Havering Museum, refreshments and materials.

     We are unable to offer refunds unless the event is changed by Havering Museum Ltd.

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  • 13:30 -15:30
    07/03/2024

    This friendly and social group welcomes beginners and more experienced alike.  Other outside and evening meetings are arranged. Sessions alternate between ‘Open Topic’ and more specific activities.

    ADVANCED BOOKING ESSENTIAL

    Admission £5.00 (Inc. Light refreshments)

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  • 13:30 -15:30
    08/03/2024

    This week’s topic is Immigration

    ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take place from 1.30pm to 3.30 pm.

    Bring your photographs and memories to share or just come to listen to others.

    These sessions are sponsored by Mullis & Peake Solicitors LLP, Romford.

    All are welcome to these friendly sessions.

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  • All day
    09/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.

  • 13:30 -15:00
    09/03/2024

    A fresh look at the circumstances which lead to the sinking of the Titanic together with the heroes of the day and the lasting legacy of the Titanic. This talk will bring you right up to date with current thinking and the deterioration of the ship.

    Admission £5.00 (Inc. Light refreshments)

    ADVANCED BOOKING ESSENTIAL

    Tickets can be purchased here

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  • All day
    10/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.

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  • All day
    11/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.
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  • All day
    12/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.
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  • 12:00 -13:00
    14/03/2024

    Come along to our new monthly event, which is replacing the Variety Club.  The museum is hosting lectures on various different topics on the second Thursday of each month.

    This month’s topic is Lost Buildings Of East London: Through Photography by Dr Ian Browne.

    Uses photography to unearth the lost fabric of East London’s buildings and streets.

    You can book your tickets here

    Admission is £5 and includes tea, coffee and cake.

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  • 11:00 -12:30
    15/03/2024

    KNIT & NATTER 

    Come along to our fortnightly knit and natter group.  This fun and informal meeting is welcome to all levels, beginners or those experienced in knitting and crafting.

    Attendees can bring their own materials or use the Museum’s.

     Whether ‘crafty’ or not – these friendly sessions are for all!

    Admission £3.00 (Inc. Light refreshments)

  • 13:30 -15:30
    15/03/2024

    This week’s topic is British Bands 1955 to 1999

    ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take place from 1.30pm to 3.30 pm.

    Bring your photographs and memories to share or just come to listen to others.

    These sessions are sponsored by Mullis & Peake Solicitors LLP, Romford.

    All are welcome to these friendly sessions.

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  • All day
    16/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.

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  • All day
    17/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.

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  • All day
    18/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.
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  • All day
    19/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.
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  • 19:00 -20:30
    21/03/2024

    A fascinating and spooky evening where you will learn about current day stories of ghosts and paranormal activity, which takes place in some of Havering’s domestic and public buildings.

    Admission £5.00 (Inc. Light refreshments)

    ADVANCED BOOKING ESSENTIAL

    Advanced booking only upon payment

    Tickets can be purchased here

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  • 13:30 -15:30
    22/03/2024

    This week’s topic is Uniforms / Bring & Share

    ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take place from 1.30pm to 3.30 pm.

    Bring your photographs and memories to share or just come to listen to others.

    These sessions are sponsored by Mullis & Peake Solicitors LLP, Romford.

    All are welcome to these friendly sessions.

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  • All day
    23/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.

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  • All day
    24/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.

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  • All day
    25/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.
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  • All day
    26/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.
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  • All day
    30/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.

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  • All day
    31/03/2024

    Museum Galleries Opening Times

    Wednesday – Friday
    11:00 – 16:30
    Last entry to the galleries – 15:30
    Last entry to the shop – 16:00

    The public galleries are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays.
    We may be open at other times for talks, events,  room bookings and private hire.

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Art Exhibition for early 2024

Mostly Landscapes - JPG

Other Exhibitions

We are adding a new permanent Ind Coope Brewery display in Case 2 and a digitised version of the ‘Mines A Pint’: A History of the Ind Coope Brewery exhibition this spring Please check our website for further details of our forthcoming temporary exhibitions. Note access to the Temporary Exhibition Space subject to our scheduled Event Programme.

Upcoming Events:

Friends of Havering Museum – Tour of Havering Museum Led by Brian Evans – Wed. 15th May

15th May, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
 Free to ‘Friends’ members.    Open to the public at £5 per ticket if there are spaces. Please book in…

Reminiscence – Under the Knife – 17 May

17th May, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is ‘ Under the Knife’ ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take…

Queens Of Egypt with Janet Brewer – Saturday 18th May – 13:30 to 15:00

18th May, 2024
13:30 - 15:00
Ancient Egyptian civilisation continues to capture the popular imagination. This talk will focus on the stories of its Queen’s, some…

Reminiscence – British Bands 2: 1950-1999 – 24 May

24th May, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is British Bands 2: 1950-1999 ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take…

Pirate Pete’s Treasure Hunt – Thursday, 30th May (Morning session)

30th May, 2024
11:00 - 12:00
Pirate Pete’s Treasure Hunt (Morning session 11:00 – 12:00) Join Pirate Pete’s crew, learn about the Pirate Code, explore the…

Pirate Pete’s Treasure Hunt – Thursday, 30th May – Afternoon Session

30th May, 2024
13:30 - 14:30
Pirate Pete’s Treasure Hunt (Afternoon session 13:30 – 14:30) Join Pirate Pete’s crew, learn about the Pirate Code, explore the…

Reminiscence – Summer Days Out – 31 May

31st May, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is Summer Days Out ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take place…

Reminiscence – D-Day – 7 June

7th June, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is D-Day ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take place from 1.30pm…

Lunch Time Lectures – New Zealand – 13 June

13th June, 2024
12:00 - 13:00
Talk by Dennis Lynch Travel photographs and anecdotes from this beautiful country £5.00 (inc light refreshments)

Reminiscence – Allotments & Grow Your Own – 14 June

14th June, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is Allotments & Grow Your Own ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions…

Reminiscence – Going Online – 21 June

21st June, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is Going Online ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take place from…

Reminiscence – Streets where I have lived and worked – 28 June

28th June, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is –  Streets where I have lived and worked   ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the…

Forensics: Past, Present and Future Advances – 4th July ’24

4th July, 2024
19:30 - 20:30
Thursday, 4 July, 19:30 – 20:30 – £5.00 (includes tea/coffee) Helen Windsor, Senior Forensic Officer shares the history and future…

Reminiscence – British female TV personalities – 5 July

5th July, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is –  British female TV personalities   ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments. …

Reminiscence – British female TV personalities – 5 July

5th July, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is –  British female TV personalities   ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments. …

Lunch Time Lectures – Code breakers of Bletchley Park

11th July, 2024
12:00 - 13:00
Talk by Ellen Owen Discover the background to Bletchley Park  and the fascinating stories about the secret code breakers of…

Lunch Time Lectures – Death in Ancient Rome

11th July, 2024
12:00 - 13:00
Talk by Dr Ian Browne Exploring the realities of dying and death in ancient Rome and funeral practices £5.00 (inc…

Reminiscence – Murder – 12 July

12th July, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is –  Murder   ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take place…

Reminiscence – General Elections – 19 July

19th July, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is –  General Elections   ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take…

Reminiscence – Devon and Cornwall 26 July

26th July, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is –  Devon and Cornwall   ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions…

Reminiscence – Competitive events and tournaments – 2 August

2nd August, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is –  Competitive events and tournaments   ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments. …

Reminiscence – Being British – 9 August

9th August, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is –  Being British   ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take…

Reminiscence – Music inspired nature – 16 August

16th August, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is –  Music inspired nature ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take…

Reminiscence – Slavery – 6 September

6th September, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is –  Slavery ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take place from…

SPY RUNNER TALK – Saturday 7th September ’24

7th September, 2024
13:30 - 15:00
An unique and fascinating talk by Nicholas Reed, the son of Ronnie Reed, the Case Officer for many WWII Double…

Lunch Time Lectures – Faces of the Twentieth Century

12th September, 2024
12:00 - 13:00
Talk by Dr Ian Browne An examination of British portraiture and personalities  through the National Portrait Galleries collections £5.00 (inc…

Military Ghost talk by Ellen Owen

31st October, 2024
19:00 - 20:30
Military Ghosts talk by Ellen Owen Thursday 31 October, 19:00 – 20:30 Be fascinated by the stories of military ghosts…

Regular Events/Groups

Friends of Havering Museum
The FoHM was set up in 2000 to support and promote the aims of Havering Museum. They provide an exclusive and exciting programme of events which are designed for members.

FoHM Events February to May 2024

The walks and talks are free to members unless stated otherwise. If places are available, non-members are welcome for a charge of £5.
Reminiscence Sessions
Our popular reminiscence sessions take place on Friday afternoons. Come along, make new friends, share your stories or just listen to fascinating stories. The May to September 2024 programme is now listed on the calendar.
Photography Group
The Museum's photographic group meet on the first Thursday of every month from 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm - £5 per event.
First Thursday of every month - £5

If you run a club and would like a special talk then contact the Museum as we have a wide range of talks and speakers available. Museum promotional talks are free but all other talks are chargeable. Contact the museum at:
info@haveringmuseum.org.uk