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.

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  • All day
    03/06/2023

    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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  • All day
    04/06/2023

    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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  • All day
    05/06/2023

    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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  • All day
    06/06/2023

    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
    08/06/2023

    No need to book, just turn up.

    Admission £3.00 (inc light refreshments).
    At each event attendees will either learn a new skill, listen to a talk or get involved in an activity.

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

    11 May / 25 May / 8 June / 22 June / 6 July / 20 July / 3 August

    Registered Charity No. 1093763

    Sponsored By

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  • 11:00 -12:30
    09/06/2023

    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)

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  • All day
    10/06/2023

    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.

  • 10:00 -17:00
    10/06/2023

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

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

    Romford Shakespeare Theatre has been part of the arts landscape of Romford for the past 60 years, Join us as we take a journey highlighting everything that Romford Shakespeare has done since 1962.

    This free exhibition is open to everyone looking to learn about the players fascinating history of performing Shakespeare in Raphael Park.

    ADMISSION FREE TO MUSEUM FOR THE DAY.

    A Pop Up Café will be available onsite.

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  • All day
    11/06/2023

    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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  • All day
    12/06/2023

    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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  • All day
    13/06/2023

    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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  • 13:30 -15:00
    14/06/2023

    Wednesday 14th June at 1.30 pm in the Museum

    As above, we will be having our AGM on the 14th June, and following that local historian Brian Evans will be taking us on a virtual tour of Islington.

     

    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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  • All day
    17/06/2023

    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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  • All day
    18/06/2023

    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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  • All day
    19/06/2023

    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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  • All day
    20/06/2023

    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
    22/06/2023

    No need to book, just turn up.

    Admission £3.00 (inc light refreshments).
    At each event attendees will either learn a new skill, listen to a talk or get involved in an activity.

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

    11 May / 25 May / 8 June / 22 June / 6 July / 20 July / 3 August

    Registered Charity No. 1093763

    Sponsored By

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  • 11:00 -12:30
    23/06/2023

    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)

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  • All day
    24/06/2023

    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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  • All day
    25/06/2023

    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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  • All day
    26/06/2023

    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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  • All day
    27/06/2023

    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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  • 13:30 -15:30
    30/06/2023

    This week’s topic is Icons

    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:

Reminiscence – Jewellery – 5th April 2024

5th April, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is Jewellery ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take place from 1.30pm…

Art Appreciation – 10th April – Tate Modern

10th April, 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: Who Is Banksy? – Thursday 11th April – 12:00 to 13:00

11th April, 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…

Reminiscence – Infamous People & Places – 12th April 2024

12th April, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is Infamous People & Places ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take…

Friends of Havering Museum talk – The London Docks by John Lynch – Wed. 17th April

17th April, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
 Free to ‘Friends’ members.    Open to the public at £5 per ticket if there are spare places. Please book…

Reminiscence – Dreams – 19th April 2024

19th April, 2024
13:30 - 15:30
This week’s topic is Dreams ADMISSION £3.  Admission includes entry to the Museum and refreshments.  Sessions take place from 1.30pm…

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