Have you ever wondered how the river got its name? Or how it fuelled the local economy? Have you ever thought about why the town has a railway station when nearby villages don’t? Or perhaps your family moved to Chesham as a result of the connections made by the town’s new railway?Chesham Museum's new exhibition […]
Our intergenerations singing session is now fully booked.
Join us as part of Heritage Weekend for a walk around the town and learn some of the history of Chesham
October is Black History Month and one of the themes is ‘Sharing Journeys’. We would love to hear from anyone about their migration stories and how they have come to Chesham.
Matt Writtle, professional photographer, provides a guided tour of the River Chess.
Join us as Eleanor Phillips, local historian and writer, takes a look at a variety of newspaper reports about Chesham from the 18th to the 20th centuries.
Christmas in Chesham is back! We're looking forward to a fun evening of entertainment and watching Chesham's Christmas lights get switched on.There'll be market stalls selling all kinds of products and food. Make sure you come visit Chesham Museum's stall and start your gift shopping early. We'll have a selection of books exploring the town's […]
Our ‘intergenerational singing session’ with Bucks Mind and Chesham Museum is back for some Christmas favourites
Join us for some family fun and explore toys made in Chesham from the 1940s onwards.
Join Tony Eustace as he takes you on a guided walk through some of the streets of Old Chesham.
Join Eleanor Phillips and Keith Fletcher for some local stories of famous players and funny incidents!
Join us on one of our favourite walks along Chesham High Street and learn some of the history of our town.
Join your guide Tony Eustace as he takes you for a walk through Old Chesham.
Hey, quiz lovers - get ready for our museum quiz night! Join us for an evening of brain-teasing fun, laughter, and a chance to win cool prizes in our raffle. Not only will you prove your smarts, but the money raised will be used for your museum. So, gather your pals, form a dream team […]
Come for a fun discussion about school days in the past in Chesham.
Join us for a stroll along Chesham High Street and learn some of the history of our town.
Inspired by Jim Field’s famous ‘Oi books’ come to the museum and join our family rhyming challenge!
Drop into our family sessions to play with and explore toys from the past. This event is on Wednesday 3 April 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Drop into our family sessions to play with and explore toys from the past. This event is for Wednesday 3 April 3.00pm - 4.00pm
Drop into our family sessions to play with and explore toys from the past. This event is Wednesday 10 April 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Drop into our family sessions to play with and explore toys from the past. This event is on Wednesday 10 April 3.00pm - 4.00pm
Take a stroll through the awesome history and beauty of Chesham Bois House's Open Gardens event.
Join us for a walk around old Chesham and learn some of the history of our town.
Museum themed bounce and rhyme for parents and carers with children aged under five.
Take inspiration from the postcards in our collection and recreate a beautiful watercolour scene from old Chesham or bring your own photos of modern day Chesham and paint your favourite view.
Join guide Tony Eustace as he takes us on a stroll around Waterside.
Discover what life it was like for Victorian children who lived in Chesham. Try some straw plaiting or make your own Victorian toy. This ticket is for Wednesday 29 May 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Discover what life it was like for Victorian children who lived in Chesham. Try some straw plaiting or make your own Victorian toy. This event is on Wednesday 29 May 3.00pm - 4.00pm
Learn about the fascinating craft of straw plaiting and its importance to our local industry. In this first session you will learn how to plait and the following week you will make a straw decoration using your new skill!
A guided walk accompanied by local artist Mary Pomeroy, who will oversee three sketching stops.
Take a look at the wonderful cross stitch samplers in our collection made by local Victorian girls. Learn about the history of this craft and have a go at making one yourself.
As part of the Creative in Chesham series and part of Bucks Open Weekend, inspired by local traditions of brick and tile making, join us to make decorated Sgraffito tiles.
Come and discover the history of cross stitch. See some examples of cross stitch from Victorian Chesham to inspire you, then cross stitch your own book mark.
Join Amy Davis as your guide for a walk about the days and life of Thomas Harding Martyr. Our walk takes us to Waterside, Hodds Woods, St Mary’s Church (will be open especially for the walk), Sills Yard and ends at the memorial headstone of Thomas Harding. Sensible walking shoes are essential as part of the […]
Discover the history of straw plaiting in Victorian Chesham. Handle some Victorian objects and have a go at straw plaiting!
Discover and play with toys and games from the past. Make your own pinball machine or Victorian toy.
This Heritage Day walk is on Sunday 8th September starting at 2.30pm from the Clocktower, Market Square, duration 1.5 - 2 hours.
Eleanor Phillips talks about some of the interesting Women of Chesham who have all made huge accomplishments in their own way.
Join us for a fun-filled Quiz Night at the White Hill Centre on Saturday, 12th October at 7:30pm. All proceeds support Chesham Museum, so come along, have a great night, and help preserve our town's heritage.
As part of our Discover, Play, Make series we have a free kids event where you can discover the history of Victorian Christmas and enjoy decorating some Christmas decorations.
As part of our Discover, Play, Make series we have a free kids event where you can make a rangoli suncatcher or some batty art!
Brian and his parents are in the photo above, on the left.
They were evacuees to Chesham from London in 1941, and stayed.
Join us as Brian Hall delivers a talk on his memoir as an evacuee.
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