What's On

 

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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Today at the Museum

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August 26 - September 01
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  • 26

    The Havering Museum is closed on Mondays.

    All day
    26/08/2024

    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.
  • 27

    The Havering Museum is closed on Tuesdays.

    All day
    27/08/2024

    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.
  • 28
    No events
  • 29

    FoHM - Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast with a cream tea - Thursday 29th August

    13:30 -16:00
    29/08/2024

    Friends of Havering Museum

    Talk on Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast followed by a cream tea.

    Thursday 29th August at 13.30

    Price is £7.50 for friends,  £10 for non-friends.

    An alternative cake can be provided if requested due to dietary requirements.

    Advanced booking and payment required.

    Book with the Museum directly.

     

  • 30

    Eastside Community Heritage Summer School Programme KS2 Session 5: Video Making Workshop

    00:00
    30/08/2024

    These FREE sessions are for children age 6-11 and can be booked online via Eventbrite or at the museum 

    The final session of the programme will be an opportunity for children to create their own public history video via TikTok, with the chance for it to be shared on our social media platforms for the world to see!

    Children will learn about storyboards and researching some digital archive material and finally create their own TikTok video based on their own local history.

    Over the course of this 5-session programme, children will gain an appreciation for oral history as a source, learn digital skills, explore historical imagination, and gain familiarity with the many histories of East London and Essex, of which they themselves are a part, all while having fun and being creative during their summer holidays!

    Workshops have been designed to be enjoyed as a 5 session programme however sessions can also be booked individually.

    Please bring your own refreshments to the session. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

    Open Day & Summer Craft Drop in, morning session - FREE admission - 30th August

    11:00 -12:30
    30/08/2024

    The museum will host free summer inspired craft activities for families.  Attendees are welcome to drop in free of charge between 11 am and 12:30.

    This day and activities are sponsored by Mullis & Peake.

    Open Day & Summer Craft Drop in, afternoon session – FREE admission – 30th August

    13:30 -14:30
    30/08/2024

    The museum will host free summer inspired craft activities for families.  Attendees are welcome to drop in free of charge between  1:30 pm and 2.30 pm .

    This day and activities are sponsored by Mullis & Peake.

  • 31

    The Havering Museum is closed most Saturdays.

    All day
    31/08/2024

    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.

  • 01

    The Havering Museum is closed on Sundays.

    All day
    01/09/2024

    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:

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…

Halloween Craft – Friday 30th October 2026 – 11:00 – 12:00

30th October, 2026
11:00 - 12:00
Halloween Craft – Friday 30th October 2026 – 11:00 – 12:00 Come along to our creative Halloween craft session and…

Halloween Craft – Friday 30th October 2026 – 13:00 – 14:00

30th October, 2026
13:00 - 14:00
Halloween Craft – Friday 30th October 2026 – 13:00 – 14:00 Come along to our creative Halloween craft session and…

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…

Havering Museum Photo Group – Thursday 5th November 2026

5th November, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Havering Museum Photo Group – Thursday 5th November 2026 Havering Museum Photogroup meets first Thursday of the Month at 1,30pm…

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 – Big Theme Tunes From Films And TV – Friday 20th November 2026

20th November, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Reminiscence – Big Theme Tunes From Films And TV – Friday 20th November 2026 Our popular reminiscence sessions are sponsored…

Reminiscence – Our Working Lives – Friday 27th November 2026

27th November, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Reminiscence – Our Working Lives – Friday 27th November 2026 Our popular reminiscence sessions are sponsored by Mullis & Peake LLP and…

A History of Christmas – Saturday 28th November 2026

28th November, 2026
13:30 - 15:00
A History of Christmas – Saturday 28th November 2026 13:30 – 15:00 A fun and engaging look at the history…

Havering Museum Photo Group – Thursday 3rd December 2026

3rd December, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Havering Museum Photo Group – Thursday 3rd December 2026 Havering Museum Photogroup meets first Thursday of the Month at 1,30pm…

Reminiscence – The Changing Roles Of Men And Women – Friday 4th December 2026

4th December, 2026
13:30 - 15:30
Reminiscence – The Changing Roles Of Men And Women – Friday 4th December 2026 Our popular reminiscence sessions are sponsored…

Meet Santa and the Crafty Elves – Saturday 12th December 2026

12th December, 2026
11:00 - 16:30
Meet Santa and the Crafty Elves – Saturday 12th December 2026 11:00 – 16:30 At our special Santa event children…

Havering Museum Photo Group – Thursday 7th January 2027

3rd January, 2027
13:30 - 15:30
Havering Museum Photo Group – Thursday 7th January 2027 Havering Museum Photo Group meets first Thursday of the Month at…

Reminiscence – Our Toys Part II: Then and Now – Friday 8th January 2027

8th January, 2027
13:30 - 15:30
Reminiscence – Our Toys Part II: Then and Now – Friday 8th January 2027 Our popular reminiscence sessions are sponsored…

Days Out On The Elizabeth Line Talk – Thursday 14th January 2027

14th January, 2027
13:30 - 15:00
Days Out On The Elizabeth Line Talk – Thursday 14th January 2027 13:30 – 15:00 Have a fun afternoon discovering…

Family History Group – Parish Records – Wednesday 20th January 2027

20th January, 2027
13:30 - 15:30
Family History Group – Parish Records – Wednesday 20th January 2027 Join our monthly family history group and learn about…

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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Click here to download our August to December 2026 programme.

Sponsored by:

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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