Events at the Museum

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The George Eliot portrait, with Cllrs Hughes and Saru, Andrew Sim and Joyce Redfern

These free events are taking place at the museum.

Tootles Tinies for Under 5s

  • Thursday, 15 October - Autumn Leaves

Calling all pre-schoolers, join us on a special Thursday of every month, between 11am and 12pm for storytelling, singing and crafting.

Be prepared to join in, make some noise and have some fun. No need to book, just drop in. All children must be accompanied by an adult. This is a free event, but donations welcomed. 


Friday Lunchtime Talks: Hastings 1066 by Paul Thompson

  • Friday, 16 October
  • 12:30pm to 1:30pm
  • Booking required

Compare the equipment and tactics of an Anglo-Saxon and a Norman.  Who would you prefer to be?  Could you have lasted a whole day in a shield wall?  How different were their household lifestyles? 

To book, email museum@nuneatonandbedworth.gov.uk, or call 024 7637 6158. This is a free event, but donations welcomed.


FREE Saturday Make and Takes: Tudor Toy

  • Saturday, 3 October 
  • 10:30am to 3:30pm

Make your own Tudor toy.

No booking required, just drop in. All children must be accompanied by an adult. All activities are free but donations welcomed.The activity is free but donations welcomed.


Hands On History Saturdays: Lacemaking and Textiles

  • Saturday, 17 October
  • 11am until 3:30pm

A chance to see and handle beautifully made items up close.  From samplers to bonnets, marvel at the skills these lovely items reveal.  All children must be accompanied by an adult. The activity is free but donations welcomed.


 Event Day:  Life in Elizabethan England

  • Saturday 3 October 2026

This will be a chance to meet costumed characters, hear music, handle objects and learn about the past as well as having fun.  Find out about food, festivals and faith in England at this turbulent time in history.  

Museum and Art Gallery

Address: Riversley Park, Coton Road, Nuneaton, CV11 5TU

Telephone: 024 7637 6158