Uncover the story of the talented artists who illustrated Ladybird books for more than 30 years. This beautiful and colourful exhibition puts on display an unparalleled collection of books, original artwork and artefacts and shows how the numerous, talented Ladybird illustrators played such an enormous role in the extraordinary success of the company in the 20th century.
Sharing our objects inspired him to make this cool blackboard for our visitors, to tell US what a museum is to them. Using existing work (film and photography), co-curated with artist Rider Shafique, we will ask visitors to consider and respond to the questions "What is community?" The Museum is open Bank Holiday Monday 11am-4pm and every day throughout the half-term holidays!
Sharing our objects inspired him to make this cool blackboard for our visitors, to tell US what a museum is to them. Using existing work (film and photography), co-curated with artist Rider Shafique, we will ask visitors to consider and respond to the questions "What is community?" The Museum is open Bank Holiday Monday 11am-4pm and every day throughout the half-term holidays!
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The Museum of Gloucester tells the story of the city's origins as a Roman settlement and its subsequent development through the Dark Ages and Medieval period. This fine Victorian building also has a significant collection of art including paintings by Richard Wilson, Thomas Gainsborough, John Atkinson Grimshaw and Thomas Dibdin.
Gloucester's award-winning Tourist Information Centre is also located on the ground floor of the museum, providing information for everything to do in the city and beyond. Also host to the museum gift shop and self service cafe, we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
We are proud to offer FREE admission to our Museum, but rely on your donations to allow us to continue to preserve and display our historical sites and collections for generations to come.
We are proud to offer FREE admission to our Museum, but rely on your donations to allow us to continue to preserve and display our historical sites and collections for generations to come.
This underground chamber on Eastgate Street reveals the remains of city defences and the East gate, dating back to Gloucester's founding as a Roman settlement in around AD 68. The site includes Roman remains, the base of a 13th century tower and the Tudor 'horse-pool' where wagons and livestock were washed before market.
We are proud to offer FREE admission to our Museum, but rely on your donations to allow us to continue to preserve and display our historical sites and collections for generations to come. Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult. There are steps only down to the Bastion and no lift; access to the Bastion itself may be difficult for those with mobility problems.
Our selection of city centre locations include, the Museum of Gloucester, Gloucester Guildhall and Gloucester Blackfriars. Each one steeped in history and home to a vibrant programme of music, comedy, film, theatre and exhibitions. With our experienced and dedicated team and our fully equipped facilities, we ensure your hire runs smoothly from start to finish.
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