Temporary Exhibitions

Exhibitions
Permanent               Temporary    

James Paul Andre: Sketches of Essex
15 March - 26 April 2008

In the 1830's the London based artist James Paul Andre the Younger created a portfolio of watercolours of rural south Essex scenes. These have recently been acquired by the Epping Forest District Museum with support from The Art Fund, the MLA/V&A Purchase Fund, the Loughton and District Historical Society and Chigwell Parish Council.

The fifty one images offer a wonderful timecapsule and impression of life in the district before the coming of the railways and expansion of London, evoking a perfect image of a rural past.

This exhibition continues at Loughton Library 3 - 29 May  and at Chigwell Parish Council Offices during June 2008.

The Lace Guild Touring Exhibition
15 March - 26 April 2008

Lace collarWhat is it that makes lace so different from other textiles? Perhaps the most striking feature is the part that is missing: Lace is full of holes!
The fashionable laces of the 17th and 18th centuries were made using bobbins or needles, and these are still the two main techniques used today.

Fine handmade lace once served to highlight the wealth and status of the wearers, both male and female. This display focuses on the exquisite design and qaulity of lace revealing how it has been the ultimate fashion accessory in history, costing more than good jewellery.

A Lace Guild Touring exhibition.



Onward and Upward: HMS Sickle
9 May - 1 July 2008

crest of the submarine HMS Sickle

During the Second World War the people of Epping and Harlow adopted HMS/m Sickle, a Royal Navy 'S' class submarine.  Tragically the Sickle was lost with all hands in 1944.  This exhibition tells the story of the people associated with the submarine, both at home and at sea.  Also featured will be the warships adopted by the Ongar, Chigwell and Waltham Abbey areas. 

If you have any information about the submarine or its crew, please get in touch.

 

Perfect Pets
12 July - 26 August 2008

Are cats cool or do dogs rule?  Or are other pets perfect?  Find out about the history of pets in this fascinating exhibition.  Discover some odd pets, ancient pets, learn about keeping pets and much more.  Bring your pet photo to add to our wall of pets.  The museum's mummified cat, found in the walls of the Abbey Church, will be on display!

This is a touring exhibition on loan from Luton Museums Service, part funded by Renaissance in the Regions


On tour - Return to Brambly Hedge 

Brambly Hedge

This exhibition is based on the artwork and stories of Brambly Hedge by Jill Barklem. Click here to find out more and how to book it for your venue.  

 

 

On tour - The Longest Journey: from slavery to abolition

The Longest Journey

How were Essex people and places involved with the slave trade and the abolition movement? This exhibition brings together clues in the collections of Essex museums and the Essex Record Office. Includes 'The story of James Albert Ukawsaw Gronniosaw' told on DVD.

Click here to find out more and how to book it for your venue.

 

On tour - Tales from the Boarders

Tales from the Boarders

Through the memories of pupils and staff at Great Stony School, Ongar, we explore the history of learning disability and education.

The interpretations of three artists; Anne Teahan, Damien Robinson and Jon Owen, add another fascinating layer to this display.

Click here to find out more and how to book it for your venue.