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FREE museum in the heart of Richmond, celebrating the Borough's heritage through exhibitions, events and workshops for families, adults and schools: www.museumofrichmond.com
The Museum of Richmond can confirm that the theft of nine artefacts from its collection took place on 6th December, 2025. For the full press release, visit: buff.ly/9O23wVe
December 13, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Did you know our curator, Gary, was recently featured on BBC London Radio, discussing the #TrailblazingWomen exhibition? Catch the highlights on the "London Uncovered" Podcast: buff.ly/QqAXRhn. For the full interview and his Jerry Lee Lewis story, listen from the 38-minute mark: buff.ly/ZckpfGE
November 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Join us on Wed 26 Nov for an insightful evening with Museum of Richmond Curator Gary Enstone, as he explores Rudyard Kipling's life. Taking place at the Poppy Factory, doors open at 6:30pm, with the talk from 7-8pm. Tickets are £20, but hurry—only 18 left! #RudyardKipling #Event buff.ly/xWPV2Cp
November 21, 2025 at 7:01 PM
It is with great sadness that the Museum of Richmond mourns the passing of our Patron, Lady Annabel Goldsmith - a cherished supporter of the Museum but also a deeply respected figure in the Richmond community.
October 21, 2025 at 10:31 AM
TOMORROW!
Pamela Barton: Triumph and Tragedy of a Sporting Pioneer
Thurs 16 Oct 2025
Doors open 7pm
Talk and Q&A: 7:30pm to 8:30pm
Old Town Hall, Richmond, TW9 1TP
Talk celebrating golf pioneer Pam Barton, her remarkable career, legacy, and sporting triumphs.
Tickets: £10
buff.ly/IwZrD68
October 15, 2025 at 12:03 PM
TWO WEEKS TO GO!
Pamela Barton: Triumph and Tragedy of a Sporting Pioneer
Thurs 16 Oct 2025
Doors open at 7pm
Talk and Q&A: 7:30pm to 8:30pm
Old Town Hall, Richmond, TW9 1TP
Talk celebrating golf pioneer Pam Barton, her remarkable career, legacy, and sporting triumphs.
Tickets: £10 - buff.ly/IwZrD68
October 2, 2025 at 12:03 PM
COMING SOON!
Pamela Barton: Triumph and Tragedy of a Sporting Pioneer
Thurs 16 Oct 2025
Doors open at 7pm
Talk and Q&A: 7:30pm to 8:30pm
Old Town Hall, Richmond, TW9 1TP

Talk celebrating golf pioneer Pam Barton - her remarkable career, legacy, and sporting triumphs.

Tickets: £10 - buff.ly/IwZrD68
September 25, 2025 at 12:01 PM
ICYMI - our Curator Gary was invited onto Riverside Radio Breakfast show to spill the tea on the Trailblazing Women exhibition with Jason Rosam 🙌
Head to 1hr 30-minute mark, after the REM track... 🤘

buff.ly/s8UP0kl

#RiversideRadio #Ricmond #RichmondUponThames #TrailblazingWomen #WomenInSport
September 24, 2025 at 12:05 PM
📢 NEW TRUSTEE: Sue Barnard 📢
Sue brings 25 years’ experience includes collections management, learning and public programming for local authority and independent museums. To find out more, visit: buff.ly/aNJWZYw #richmond #richmonduponthames
September 20, 2025 at 12:01 PM
NEXT TUESDAY! Betty Nuthall: Richmond’s Sporting Star
Tues 23 Sept, 7pm
Riverside Room, Old Town Hall, Richmond, TW9 1TP
Discover the inspiring story of tennis star Betty Nuthall with Rose Barling, celebrating her achievements, challenges and lasting legacy in sport.
£10 per person: buff.ly/QexSxmB
September 20, 2025 at 10:31 AM
📢 NEW TRUSTEE: JR May📢

JR May is a true Richmonder, a trustee with over 25 years of international experience across investment, communications, and the creative industries. To find out more, visit: buff.ly/aNJWZYw

#welcome #trustee #richmond #richmonduponthames
September 19, 2025 at 12:03 PM
📢 NEW TRUSTEE: Lynsey Ford 📢

Lynsey joined the Museum in 2025 after a successful career as a freelance journalist specialising in the arts and heritage sector.

To find out more visit: buff.ly/aNJWZYw
September 18, 2025 at 12:02 PM
📢 WELCOME NEW PATRON: ANNE SEBBA! 📢
We are delighted to share that biographer, lecturer, journalist, Anne Sebba, has become a Patron! "I am thrilled to announce that I have just become a patron of the Museum. #Richmond is oozing with history from the Tudors to Ted Lasso with so much in between."
September 17, 2025 at 12:03 PM
📢 WELCOME NEW PATRON: ANTHONY HOROWITZ CBE! 📢

We are delighted to share that local resident and award winning author and screen writer #AnthonyHorowitz has become our #Patron!

"The Museum of Richmond is something of a treasure house and I’m very happy to have become its patron."

#welcome
September 16, 2025 at 12:02 PM
There you have it - all the wonderful art by last year's Level 2 Art&Design students at #RichmondCollege 🥰 You'll find their art as part of a display about the #Burtons and the work @habsandheritage.bsky.social are doing on their mausoleum - & we'll have some exciting news on that coming up soon! 😉
September 11, 2025 at 12:02 PM
My piece features clothing inspired by J-Fashion, specifically Harajuku, Lolita, and Decora, which ties into my theme: Aiste V.

Part of #Burton - #ExploringWithoutBoundaries with @habsandheritage.bsky.social and #RichmondCollege students, kindly supported by #AntonyRobertsEstateAgents
September 10, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Space can be beautiful or absolutely terrifying to some people.I think most parts of space that have been discovered are a beautiful sight to see: Alfie-Mason B.
Part of #Burton - #ExploringWithoutBoundaries @habsandheritage.bsky.social #RichmondCollege supported by #AntonyRobertsEstateAgents
September 9, 2025 at 12:02 PM
The artwork serves as a visual representation of the tension between pride and the harsh realities of modern exploitation.

Amy H.

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Part of #Burton - #ExploringWithoutBoundaries with @habsandheritage.bsky.social and #RichmondCollege students, kindly supported by #AntonyRobertsEstateAgents
September 6, 2025 at 12:01 PM
This painting explores the aesthetics of Sicilian-Americans and how organized crime influenced the immigrant experience during the 1950s.

Anna T.

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Part of #Burton - #ExploringWithoutBoundaries with @habsandheritage.bsky.social and #RichmondCollege supported by #AntonyRobertsEstateAgents
September 5, 2025 at 12:02 PM
This piece explores the theme of the growth of nature through the delicate yet resilient forms of blooming and unbloomed flowers - Ava H.

Part of #Burton - #ExploringWithoutBoundaries with @habsandheritage.bsky.social and #RichmondCollege students, kindly supported by #AntonyRobertsEstateAgents
September 4, 2025 at 12:03 PM
This piece is based on 'Voyage dans la Lune.' I want to capture that feeling of reaching for something totally out there but also make it personal - Dhillon P.
Part of #Burton - #ExploringWithoutBoundaries with @habsandheritage.bsky.social & #RichmondCollege supported by #AntonyRobertsEstateAgents
September 3, 2025 at 12:05 PM
I am creating a visual narrative that evokes the sense of wonder we often feel when confronted with the unknown, blending beauty, mystery& quiet awe: Eleanor M.
Part of #Burton - #ExploringWithoutBoundaries with @habsandheritage.bsky.social & #RichmondCollege supported by #AntonyRobertsEstateAgents
September 2, 2025 at 12:02 PM
My work is made to make people think and learn something more or new about Spanish culture - Yuliia A.
Part of #Burton - #ExploringWithoutBoundaries with @habsandheritage.bsky.social and #RichmondCollege supported by #AntonyRobertsEstateAgents
August 30, 2025 at 12:01 PM
My work is inspired by several artists whose theme was exploration. One artist who inspired my 3D work is the Dutch artist M.C. Escher.

Harvey J.

Part of #Burton - #ExploringWithoutBoundaries project with @habsandheritage.bsky.social. and #RichmondCollege supported by #AntonyRobertsEstateAgents
August 29, 2025 at 12:02 PM
I explored the theme of exploration by examining pathways in nature, specifically the woodland path with my dog. -
Sienna G.

Part of #Burton - #ExploringWithoutBoundaries with @habsandheritage.bsky.social. A partnership with #RichmondCollege, supported by #AntonyRobertsEstateAgents
August 28, 2025 at 12:01 PM