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Keep up-to-date with the Museum’s latest programme of exhibitions, talks and events, including the popular Friday Reminiscence meetings and Photographic Group

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  • 14

    The Havering Museum is closed on Mondays.

    All day
    14/10/2024

    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.
  • 15

    The Havering Museum is closed on Tuesdays.

    All day
    15/10/2024

    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.
  • 16

    Havering Museum Photographic Group Annual Exhibition

    00:00
    16/10/2024-31/12/2024

    A superb exhibition of landscapes, portraits and wildlife.

    28 September – 13 December 2024

    Havering Museum’s Photographic Group’s Annual Exhibition 28 September -13 December

    00:00
    16/10/2024-31/12/2024

    Another outstanding and creative photographic
    exhibition of unique portraits, landscapes, animals etc.

    Exhibition Admission. Adults £3.00, Concessions £2.50. Children under 16
    FREE. Unders 16’s must be accompanied by an adult. Carers FREE when  accompanying a paying adult

    The exhibition is normally available from 11:00 till 17:00 (last admission 16:00), Wednesday to  Friday  but talks, events and room hire may mean it is closed off at certain times so please telephone 01708 766571 for exhibition access times in advance of your visit.

    Romford - Growth and change, a talk by Simon Donoghue

    13:30 -15:00
    16/10/2024

    This illustrated talk of Romford will present an
    overview of the town over 200 years. From its
    dramatic growth in the 19 th Century with the
    arrival of the railway to the modern shopping
    centre of the late 1960s.

    £5.00 (inc light refreshments)

    Click here to book online via Eventbrite (booking fee applies)

  • 17

    Havering Museum Photographic Group Annual Exhibition

    00:00
    17/10/2024-01/01/2025

    A superb exhibition of landscapes, portraits and wildlife.

    28 September – 13 December 2024

    Havering Museum’s Photographic Group’s Annual Exhibition 28 September -13 December

    00:00
    17/10/2024-01/01/2025

    Another outstanding and creative photographic
    exhibition of unique portraits, landscapes, animals etc.

    Exhibition Admission. Adults £3.00, Concessions £2.50. Children under 16
    FREE. Unders 16’s must be accompanied by an adult. Carers FREE when  accompanying a paying adult

    The exhibition is normally available from 11:00 till 17:00 (last admission 16:00), Wednesday to  Friday  but talks, events and room hire may mean it is closed off at certain times so please telephone 01708 766571 for exhibition access times in advance of your visit.

    FoHM - Forgotten Heroes - Bomber Command - Thursday 17th October

    13:30 -16:00
    17/10/2024

    Friends of Havering Museum

    Forgotten Heroes – Bomber Command

    Thursday 17th October at 13:30

    Free to Friends (£5 to non-members)

    55,573 young men died flying with Bomber Command during the WWII. We will explore our local connections to Bomber Command and the men who served in defence of the realm.

     

    FoHM members reserve your place via Eventbrite here

    Non- Friends please book with  Havering Museum direct.

  • 18

    Havering Museum Photographic Group Annual Exhibition

    00:00
    18/10/2024-02/01/2025

    A superb exhibition of landscapes, portraits and wildlife.

    28 September – 13 December 2024

    Havering Museum’s Photographic Group’s Annual Exhibition 28 September -13 December

    00:00
    18/10/2024-02/01/2025

    Another outstanding and creative photographic
    exhibition of unique portraits, landscapes, animals etc.

    Exhibition Admission. Adults £3.00, Concessions £2.50. Children under 16
    FREE. Unders 16’s must be accompanied by an adult. Carers FREE when  accompanying a paying adult

    The exhibition is normally available from 11:00 till 17:00 (last admission 16:00), Wednesday to  Friday  but talks, events and room hire may mean it is closed off at certain times so please telephone 01708 766571 for exhibition access times in advance of your visit.

    Reminiscence at the Museum - Beanos, Boozing and Hopping!

    13:30 -15:30
    18/10/2024

    Friday 18 October 1.30pm to 3.30pm 

    Sessions cost £3 which includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.

    No need to book, just pay on the day.

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

  • 19

    The Havering Museum is closed most Saturdays.

    All day
    19/10/2024

    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.

  • 20

    The Havering Museum is closed on Sundays.

    All day
    20/10/2024

    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.

Upcoming Events:

Animals Heroes of WWII – Wednesday 7th October 2026

7th October, 2026
13:30 - 15:00
Animals Heroes of WWII – Wednesday 7th October 2026 – 13:30 – 15:00 Warfare has consistently seen animals play significant…

Reminiscence – The Funny Side Of Disasters: Birthdays, Weddings, Christmas etc – Friday 9th October 2026

9th October, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Reminiscence – The Funny Side Of Disasters: Birthdays, Weddings, Christmas etc – Friday 9th October 2026 Our popular reminiscence sessions…

WWII Crime – Wednesday 14th October 2026

14th October, 2026
13:30 - 15:00
WWII Crime – Wednesday 14th October 2026 – 13:30 – 15:00 Clare Smith, from the Crime Museum, shares stories of…

Friends : Quiz and Ploughman’s Afternoon – Thursday 15th October 2026

15th October, 2026
13:00 - 15:00
Friends : Quiz and Ploughman’s Afternoon – Thursday 15th October 2026 – 13:00 – 15:00 Enjoy a sociable afternoon and…

Reminiscence – Songs Which Have A Comedy Theme – Friday 16th October 2026

16th October, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Reminiscence – Songs Which Have A Comedy Theme – Friday 16th October 2026 Our popular reminiscence sessions are sponsored by Mullis…

Reminiscence – ABC/Odeon Memories And Saturday Morning Pictures – Friday 23rd October 2026

23rd October, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Reminiscence – ABC/Odeon Memories And Saturday Morning Pictures – Friday 23rd October 2026 Our popular reminiscence sessions are sponsored by Mullis…

Murder Mystery – Sunday 25th October 2026

25th October, 2026
14:30 - 17:30
Murder Mystery – Sunday 25th October 2026 – 14:30 – 17:30 A Halloween themed murder mystery. A horribly entertaining evening…

Reminiscence – Churches – Friday 30th October 2026

30th October, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Reminiscence – Churches – Friday 30th October 2026 Our popular reminiscence sessions are sponsored by Mullis & Peake LLP and take place…

The History of Purfleet On Thames talk – Wednesday 4th November

4th November, 2026
13:30 - 15:00
The History of Purfleet On Thames talk – Wednesday 4th November – 13:30 – 15:00 Discover the intriguing and often…

Reminiscence – Hobbies: Show and Tell – Friday 6th November 2026

6th November, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Reminiscence – Hobbies: Show and Tell – Friday 6th November 2026 Our popular reminiscence sessions are sponsored by Mullis & Peake…

London Christmas Lights – Wednesday – 11th November

11th November, 2026
13:30 - 15:00
London Christmas Lights – Wednesday – 11th November 13:30 – 15:00 Discover how London’s Christmas lights have evolved since 1954,…

Reminiscence – Gadgets: Then and Now – Friday 13th November 2026

13th November, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Reminiscence – Gadgets: Then and Now – Friday 13th November 2026 Our popular reminiscence sessions are sponsored by Mullis & Peake…

Reminiscence – Our Working Lives – Friday 20th November 2026

20th November, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Reminiscence – Our Working Lives – Friday 20th November 2026 Our popular reminiscence sessions are sponsored by Mullis & Peake LLP and…

Reminiscence – Big Theme Tunes From Films And TV – Friday 27th November 2026

27th November, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Reminiscence – Big Theme Tunes From Films And TV – Friday 27th November 2026 Our popular reminiscence sessions are sponsored…

Reminiscence – The Changing Roles Of Men And Women – Friday 27th November 2026

27th November, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Reminiscence – The Changing Roles Of Men And Women – Friday 27th November 2026 Our popular reminiscence sessions are sponsored…

Regular Events/Groups

Friends of Havering Museum
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

The walks and talks are free to members unless stated otherwise. If places are available, non-members are welcome for a charge of £5.

FoHM Membership Application Form

Reminiscence Sessions

Our popular reminiscence sessions are sponsored by Mullis & Peake LLP and take place on Friday afternoons between 1:30pm and 3:30pm. Tickets are £5 each which includes entry to the Havering Museum and refreshments.
Come along, make new friends, share your stories, or just listen to fascinating stories.

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Photography Group
The Museum's photographic group meet on the first Thursday of every month from 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm - £7.00 per event.

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