Museum of Chelmsford

09/10/2026

Step into the ancient and magical land of Britannia and embark on a thrilling Dungeons & Dragons adventure!

Join Game Master Matt to solve puzzles, seek out treasure and discover a world of magic, all whilst unravelling a land forgotten to history and its many mysteries.

🎟️ Free to play; however, booking is required.
🎲 3-hour adventure
👥 Maximum 8 players per session
✨ All experience levels welcome
☕ Refreshments provided
📍 Ages 16+

Find out more about Matt here:
Book here: https://www.museumofchelmsford.co.uk/events/a-fistful-of-gold-dungeons-and-dragons-at-the-museum/

08/10/2026

Join us for our next Memory Café as we explore the theme of Then and Now.

Discover how everyday life has changed over the years through fascinating museum objects, shared memories and interesting conversation. Our Memory Café provides a friendly and welcoming space for people living with dementia to attend with family members, friends and carers.

For more information, including dates and times, visit link our website here: https://www.museumofchelmsford.co.uk/events/memory-cafe/

07/10/2026

🎙️ Four episodes are live... have you been listening?

Since launching The Chelmsford Broadcast, we've explored everything from Marconi and Tudor palaces to Iron Age treasure and our much-loved Boris the Bear.

Each episode brings together stories from Chelmsford's rich history, fascinating museum objects and the people who have shaped our city.

🎧 Listen now here: https://the-chelmsford-broadcast.podigee.io/

📻 Episode 1: Marconi: Where it all started
🪙 Episode 2: Great Baddow Hoard: What do you treasure?
👑 Episode 3: Beaulieu Park: Henry VIII's Essex Palace
🐻 Episode 4: Boris Bear: A Victorian legacy

If you've already tuned in, let us know your favourite episode in the comments ⬇️ stay tuned for episode 5 coming this month! 👻

06/10/2026

Calling all parents of children under 5! This Thursday, join us for our next Boris Bear Cubs session which is themed around loving our city and recycling.

Boris Bear Cubs is perfect for our youngest museum visitors, and each session is held in the Wells Suite for 60 minutes. This gives the children a larger space to play, explore and learn, as well as giving parents the opportunity to connect with each other. These sessions are held every other Thursday during the school term and are themed to different topics featured in the museum.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Book your space here: https://chelmsford.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/79878?catID=70753

05/10/2026

Have you seen this intriguing painting which is currently displayed in our Timeless Treasures exhibition?

The ‘Have You Heard This One?’ oil painting by Reginald Brill features three men talking on a park bench, two men are smiling and laughing, and one looks shocked. As part of Visual Literacy Week, we alongside and are challenging you to look closer at this image, think about what you can see, reflect on what the purpose may be and questions that could be asked.

What do you think they could be talking about?

Why are two of them smiling?

When do you think this painting was taken based on visual cues, such as their clothing?

Learn more about and join in with activities, content and resources all this week at artuk.org (find the link in ’s bio)

03/10/2026

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01/10/2026

Our next SEN Friendly Day will take place on Saturday 10 October from 10am to 5pm.

These specially designed days offer a quieter, more inclusive museum experience for visitors with sensory, neurodiverse or additional needs, as well as their families, friends and carers.

To help visitors feel comfortable, we reduce sensory stimulation where possible by lowering audio effects, minimising background noise, switching off hand dryers, and providing sensory resources such as ear defenders, fidget toys and access to quiet spaces.

Our Discover Studio is a great place for reading, crafting and chilling out too!

29/09/2026

We are really looking forward to History Hit's Tristan Hughes returning this month for his talk about the funeral heist of Alexander the Great!

After his episode about The Great Baddow Coin Hoard, filmed for the History Hit podcast, we were keen to invite him back to discuss one of his favourite topics.

Visit the History Hit YouTube channel for a taster, or to catch up on the story before Tristan's talk on Saturday 17 October:

History Hit's Tristan Hughes travels to Egypt to explore its extrao...

28/09/2026

What does treasure mean? ✨

Inspired by the Great Baddow Coin Hoard, Film and Photography students from Chelmsford College have created a personal exhibition exploring the people, places, memories and passions they value most.

Discover What Matters Most and see how treasure can be found in everyday life from now until 23 November. 💛

Learn more here: https://www.museumofchelmsford.co.uk/events/chelmsford-college-what-matters-most/

26/09/2026

Let your imagination take flight this October Half Term at our ‘Museum Magical Makes’ sessions!

From 27 to 29 October, children and their families are invited to join us to create their own spooky crafts, including a magical pumpkin decoration and a broomstick keychain. These sessions are suitable for children aged 5 – 11 and their families.

Come ready for magic, creativity and adventure. Dressing-up encouraged!

🕛 10:30am and 1:30pm
🎟️ £5 Members | £6 non-members

Book here - https://chelmsford.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/81993?catID=70807&