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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July 24 - July 30
  • 24

    The Havering Museum is closed on Mondays.

    All day
    24/07/2023

    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.
  • 25

    The Havering Museum is closed on Tuesdays.

    All day
    25/07/2023

    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

    SUMMER FREE ADMISSION to the Museum - Friday 21th July to Friday 8th September

    00:00
    26/07/2023

    Between Friday 21st July – Friday 8th September, normal admission fees do not apply for everyone during the summer holiday period.  Family activity sheets will be available in the galleries.

    FREE family events in the galleries are being hosted on: 28 July, 4 August & 24 August.

    SEE separate programme for details.

    Romford Market Gallery Search - Friday 21st July to Friday 8th September

    11:00 -16:00
    26/07/2023

    Can you find the sheep in the gallery? Collect your clipboard from the Reception! Find out who granted permission for the market to collect a lucky dip prize at Reception!  

    During the summer the museum will be FREE admission for all.  Come and join one of our free sessions in the galleries. Children must be accompanied by an adult when visiting the museum.

    Suitable for ages 4 upwards.

  • 27

    SUMMER FREE ADMISSION to the Museum - Friday 21th July to Friday 8th September

    00:00
    27/07/2023

    Between Friday 21st July – Friday 8th September, normal admission fees do not apply for everyone during the summer holiday period.  Family activity sheets will be available in the galleries.

    FREE family events in the galleries are being hosted on: 28 July, 4 August & 24 August.

    SEE separate programme for details.

    Romford Market Gallery Search - Friday 21st July to Friday 8th September

    11:00 -16:00
    27/07/2023

    Can you find the sheep in the gallery? Collect your clipboard from the Reception! Find out who granted permission for the market to collect a lucky dip prize at Reception!  

    During the summer the museum will be FREE admission for all.  Come and join one of our free sessions in the galleries. Children must be accompanied by an adult when visiting the museum.

    Suitable for ages 4 upwards.

  • 28

    SUMMER FREE ADMISSION to the Museum - Friday 21th July to Friday 8th September

    00:00
    28/07/2023

    Between Friday 21st July – Friday 8th September, normal admission fees do not apply for everyone during the summer holiday period.  Family activity sheets will be available in the galleries.

    FREE family events in the galleries are being hosted on: 28 July, 4 August & 24 August.

    SEE separate programme for details.

    Make An Egyptian Shapti - Friday 28th July, 11:00 to 12:30 & 13:30 to 15:30

    11:00 -15:30
    28/07/2023

    Get hands on with history by making your own Egyptian Shapti. A great family fun workshop for those looking for some messy fun.

    There are two separate workshops being hosted. The both contain the same content so feel free to either come along to the morning or afternoon session.

    £5.00 per child (Inc. Materials & light refreshments) ADVANCED BOOKING ESSENTIAL.

    Click here to view tickets to the morning session.

    Click here to view tickets to the afternoon session.

    Look out for further family activities on our website!

    Romford Market Gallery Search - Friday 21st July to Friday 8th September

    11:00 -16:00
    28/07/2023

    Can you find the sheep in the gallery? Collect your clipboard from the Reception! Find out who granted permission for the market to collect a lucky dip prize at Reception!  

    During the summer the museum will be FREE admission for all.  Come and join one of our free sessions in the galleries. Children must be accompanied by an adult when visiting the museum.

    Suitable for ages 4 upwards.

    FREE DROP IN FAMILY SESSION: Let’s Get Digging - Archaeology Workshop - Friday 28th July, 11:30 - 12:30

    11:30 -12:30
    28/07/2023

    Fun one hour workshop searching for treasures in the sand! What will you find!

    During the summer the museum will be FREE admission for all.  Come and join one of our free sessions in the galleries. Children must be accompanied by an adult when visiting the museum.

    No booking required.  However, places allocated on a first come first served basis.Suitable for ages 4 upwards.

    Reminiscence - Jukebox Requests - 28th July 2023

    13:30 -15:30
    28/07/2023

    This week, attendees are welcome to submit song choices of their choosing.

    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.

  • 29

    The Havering Museum is closed most Saturday.

    All day
    29/07/2023

    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.

  • 30

    The Havering Museum is closed on Sundays.

    All day
    30/07/2023

    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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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:

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…

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…

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…

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…

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