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  • Creative Salon by Essex Cultural Diversity Project (at Fairycroft House)

    Fairycroft House 37 Audley Road, Saffron Walden, United Kingdom

    https://essexcdp.com/event/salon-saffron-walden/ Calling all Creatives in Saffron Walden! You are invited to this special SALON, which aims to bring together the town’s creative community and explore how we can promote diversity, access and inclusivity through our work. Part One: a visioning exercise on how to develop the town’s cultural infrastructure and explore the need for a […]

    Free
  • Event: “Letters From the Global South” & “The Ants and The Grasshopper”

    Saffron Walden Museum Museum Street, Saffron Walden

    Wednesday 26 March 6:30pm for exhibition viewing of Letters From the Global South 7:15pm for screening of The Ants and The Grasshopper The Ants and The Grasshopper DIRECTED BY: RAJ PATEL & ZAK PIPER Travelling from Malawi to California to the White House, Anita Chitaya meets climate sceptics and despairing farmers. Her journey takes her across all […]

  • Wonders: 190 Years Of Saffron Walden Museum

    Saffron Walden Museum Museum Street, Saffron Walden

    This year, Saffron Walden Museum, nestled in the breathtaking expanse of Northwest Essex, celebrates its 190th birthday. Since opening on the 12th of May 1835, within a purpose-built facility, the museum has become one of the oldest of its kind in the country. Focused initially on Natural History and World Cultures, the museum has flourished […]

  • Archaeology finds surgery

    Saffron Walden Museum Museum Street, Saffron Walden

    Have you found any archaeological objects? Record your finds with the Essex Finds Liaison Officer. Saturday finds surgeries held at Saffron Walden Museum: 22 February 17 May 9 August 1 November Book an appointment at: https://calendly.com/pasessex

    Free
  • Advanced Cyanotype

    Saffron Walden Museum Museum Street, Saffron Walden

      Be inspired by the treasures of Saffron Walden Museum in this creative deep dive into one of the earliest photographic techniques. Explore toning, stencils, mixed media and more. 10.30am-3.30pm £60 per person https://saffron-walden-museum.arttickets.org.uk

    £60.00
  • Outreach Event: Remembering the Gardens in the World Wars, at The Gardens of Eastern Lodge

    Gardens of Easton Lodge Little Easton Lodge, Little Easton, Dunmow CM6 2BB, Dunmow, Essex, United Kingdom

    We will be at the Gardens of Easton Lodge on 20 July, helping to remember the Gardens in the World Wars. During WW2, the Easton Lodge estate was home to an airfield that had previously served as a training ground during WW1. The Trust’s archives hold fascinating stories about the men and women involved in […]

    £6.00
  • Outreach Event: Festival of Archaeology at Cressing Temple Barns

    Cressing Temple Barn Witham Road, Braintree, Cressing, Braintree, Essex, United Kingdom

    Join us at a delightful festival celebrating archaeology, history, and Essex’s rich heritage! Perfect for all ages, you can meet passionate experts, explore fascinating finds, and enjoy fun activities for children, including re-enactments, engaging talks, tours, and so much more. The exciting program features workshops with a children’s author and is now open for bookings. […]

    Free
  • Summer of Wonder: Wonderkammer

    Saffron Walden Museum Museum Street, Saffron Walden

    Join us for an unforgettable Summer of Wonder as Saffron Walden Museum celebrates its 190th anniversary! This summer, we invite you to explore the fascinating, hidden treasures within our collection.   Wonderkammer - Make Your Own Miniature Museum Wednesday 30 July Step into the captivating world of miniature museums with our Wonderkammer craft event, specially […]

    £15.00
  • Summer of Wonder: Fossil Painting

    Saffron Walden Museum Museum Street, Saffron Walden

    Join us for an unforgettable Summer of Wonder as Saffron Walden Museum celebrates its 190th anniversary! This summer, we invite you to explore the fascinating, hidden treasures within our collection. Thursday 31st July Paint Your Own Plaster Fossil  Discover the intriguing world of fossils with our hands-on summer craft workshop, where children can paint their […]

    £2.40
  • Archaeology finds surgery

    Saffron Walden Museum Museum Street, Saffron Walden

    Have you found any archaeological objects? Record your finds with the Essex Finds Liaison Officer. Saturday finds surgeries held at Saffron Walden Museum: 22 February 17 May 9 August 1 November Book an appointment at: https://calendly.com/pasessex

    Free
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