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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  • 13:30 -15:30
    01/03/2023

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

    13:30 – 15:30 .

    1st March – Gauguin

    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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  • 12:00 -14:00
    02/03/2023

    During this exceptionally challenging time the museum will provide a warm space and free tea and coffee through the winter months.

    Everyone is welcome to pop in during the following days and designated times:

    Thursdays, 12:00 – 14:00: 19 January / 2 February / 16 February / 2 March / 16 March.

    Saturdays, 12:00 – 14:00:  28 January / 25 February.

    JUST DROP IN.  REFRESHMENTS FREE.

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  • 11:00 -12:30
    03/03/2023

    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)

    Friday 20th January / Friday 3rd February / Friday 17th February / Friday 3rd March / Friday 31st March / Friday 14th April / Friday 28th April / Friday 12th May / Friday 26th May

  • 13:30 -15:30
    03/03/2023

    This week’s topic is Hats & Headwear

    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
    04/03/2023

    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.

5
  • All day
    05/03/2023

    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.

6
  • All day
    06/03/2023

    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.
7
  • All day
    07/03/2023

    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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  • 11:30 -13:30
    09/03/2023

    No need to book, just turn up.

    Admission £3.00 (inc light refreshments).
    A friendly fortnightly club where attendees listen to a talk, learn a new skill or take part in an activity. And meet like-minded local people.

    If you would like to join the Variety Club contact Ian Browne at Havering Museum on 01708 766571 or email: volunteermanager@haveringmuseum.org.uk

    Registered Charity No. 1093763

    Sponsored By

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  • 13:30 -15:30
    10/03/2023

    This week’s topic is Scotland

    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.

11
  • All day
    11/03/2023

    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.

12
  • All day
    12/03/2023

    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
  • All day
    13/03/2023

    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.
14
  • All day
    14/03/2023

    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
  • 13:30 -15:00
    15/03/2023

    Wednesday 15th March at 1.30 pm in the Museum

    Keith Finch, from The Friends of Upminster Windmill, will tell us about the mill’s
    history and the recent renovations.

     

    Book your place at the Museum desk or telephone the Museum 01708 766571

    11.00 am—4.00 pm Wednesday, Thursday or Friday.

     

    The walks and talks are free to members unless stated otherwise.

    If places are available, non-members are welcome for a charge of £5.

     

    JOIN THE FRIENDS OF HAVERING MUSEUM AND HELP TO PROMOTE AND SUPPORT YOUR MUSEUM

    You will receive regular newsletters and invitations to free walks, talks and occasional exhibition previews.

    Collect a membership form from the Havering Museum or email:  fohmmembers@googlemail.com 

     

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  • 12:00 -14:00
    16/03/2023

    During this exceptionally challenging time the museum will provide a warm space and free tea and coffee through the winter months.

    Everyone is welcome to pop in during the following days and designated times:

    Thursdays, 12:00 – 14:00: 19 January / 2 February / 16 February / 2 March / 16 March.

    Saturdays, 12:00 – 14:00:  28 January / 25 February.

    JUST DROP IN.  REFRESHMENTS FREE.

17
  • 11:00 -12:30
    17/03/2023

    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)

    Friday 20th January / Friday 3rd February / Friday 17th February / Friday 3rd March / Friday 31st March / Friday 14th April / Friday 28th April / Friday 12th May / Friday 26th May

  • 13:30 -15:30
    17/03/2023

    This week’s topic is Film Scores

    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.

18
  • All day
    18/03/2023

    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.

  • 11:00 -16:00
    18/03/2023

    Charities and local organisation are invited to host their own tables to raise awareness and funds for their causes.  Museum tables will include books, bric a brac and collectables.

    There will also be a Pop Up Café.

    Charities & local organisations £6.00 per table.

    ADMISSION FREE.

19
  • All day
    19/03/2023

    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
  • All day
    20/03/2023

    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.
21
  • All day
    21/03/2023

    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.
2223
  • 11:30 -13:30
    23/03/2023

    No need to book, just turn up.

    Admission £3.00 (inc light refreshments).
    A friendly fortnightly club where attendees listen to a talk, learn a new skill or take part in an activity. And meet like-minded local people.

    If you would like to join the Variety Club contact Ian Browne at Havering Museum on 01708 766571 or email: volunteermanager@haveringmuseum.org.uk

    Registered Charity No. 1093763

    Sponsored By

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  • 13:30 -15:30
    24/03/2023

    This week’s topic is Trades People

    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.

25
  • All day
    25/03/2023

    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.

26
  • All day
    26/03/2023

    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
  • All day
    27/03/2023

    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
  • All day
    28/03/2023

    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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  • 11:00 -12:30
    31/03/2023

    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)

    Friday 20th January / Friday 3rd February / Friday 17th February / Friday 3rd March / Friday 31st March / Friday 14th April / Friday 28th April / Friday 12th May / Friday 26th May

  • 13:30 -15:30
    31/03/2023

    This week’s topic is Situation Comedies

    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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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:

The House Of Valois: The Tudors French Counterparts with Dr Ian Browne – Saturday 20th April – 13:30 to 15:00

20th April, 2024
13:30 - 15:00
If you thought the Tudor dynasty were dysfunctional and scheming, this talk will introduce you to the equally troubled and…

Reminiscence – Bargains – 26th April 2024

26th April, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is Bargains ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take place from 1.30pm…

Art Appreciation – 1st May – The Human Form

1st May, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
These are fun, informal and friendly and assume no previous knowledge. Attendees are encouraged to engage with a variety of…

Lunch Time Lectures: Vivian Maier: Street Photographer Extraordinaire Revisited – Thursday 9th May – 12:00 to 13:00

9th May, 2024
12:00 - 13:00
Come along to our new monthly event, which is replacing the Variety Club.  The museum is hosting lectures on various…

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…

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…

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 January to April 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