Melissa Barnett
@melissabarnett.bsky.social
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For children who may find busy sessions overwhelming, try our Autism Friendly Quiet Time sessions for a calmer, more relaxed way to enjoy the same creative activities.
🎟️ Free, booking essential
🔗 Book here: bit.ly/4erRUee
We recommend booking early, as spaces are limited.
🎟️ Free, booking essential
🔗 Book here: bit.ly/4erRUee
We recommend booking early, as spaces are limited.
July 21, 2025 at 10:02 AM
For children who may find busy sessions overwhelming, try our Autism Friendly Quiet Time sessions for a calmer, more relaxed way to enjoy the same creative activities.
🎟️ Free, booking essential
🔗 Book here: bit.ly/4erRUee
We recommend booking early, as spaces are limited.
🎟️ Free, booking essential
🔗 Book here: bit.ly/4erRUee
We recommend booking early, as spaces are limited.
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Here’s a sneak peek at the weekly themes, which are suitable for all ages:
✏️ Setting the Style
🧵 Fibre to Fabric
🎨 Shapes and Colour Palettes
💂 Function to Fashion
👒 Finishing Touches
Please note: activities will be the same on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week.
✏️ Setting the Style
🧵 Fibre to Fabric
🎨 Shapes and Colour Palettes
💂 Function to Fashion
👒 Finishing Touches
Please note: activities will be the same on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week.
July 21, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Here’s a sneak peek at the weekly themes, which are suitable for all ages:
✏️ Setting the Style
🧵 Fibre to Fabric
🎨 Shapes and Colour Palettes
💂 Function to Fashion
👒 Finishing Touches
Please note: activities will be the same on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week.
✏️ Setting the Style
🧵 Fibre to Fabric
🎨 Shapes and Colour Palettes
💂 Function to Fashion
👒 Finishing Touches
Please note: activities will be the same on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week.
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Get creative in style! 💃
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for free 'fashionable’ activities inspired by our summer exhibition, 'Threads: Clothing, Memory and Identity'.
📅 Tuesday 29 July - Thursday 28 August
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for free 'fashionable’ activities inspired by our summer exhibition, 'Threads: Clothing, Memory and Identity'.
📅 Tuesday 29 July - Thursday 28 August
July 21, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Get creative in style! 💃
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for free 'fashionable’ activities inspired by our summer exhibition, 'Threads: Clothing, Memory and Identity'.
📅 Tuesday 29 July - Thursday 28 August
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for free 'fashionable’ activities inspired by our summer exhibition, 'Threads: Clothing, Memory and Identity'.
📅 Tuesday 29 July - Thursday 28 August
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#ICYMI, there are still tickets available for tomorrow evening’s free guided walk with a member of the Chippenham Museum team. 👟🗺️
Get your tickets now to discover the rich history of the town, from its Anglo-Saxon past to the present day.
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/TownWalks
Get your tickets now to discover the rich history of the town, from its Anglo-Saxon past to the present day.
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/TownWalks
Our free Town Walks are back for 2025! 🏛️ Join Chippenham Museum on select Thursdays & Saturdays in May to September, for 40-minute guided walks through the town’s rich history. From King Alfred to today, there’s something for everyone! Booking essential 👉 bit.ly/TownWalks 👟🗺️
July 23, 2025 at 8:25 AM
#ICYMI, there are still tickets available for tomorrow evening’s free guided walk with a member of the Chippenham Museum team. 👟🗺️
Get your tickets now to discover the rich history of the town, from its Anglo-Saxon past to the present day.
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/TownWalks
Get your tickets now to discover the rich history of the town, from its Anglo-Saxon past to the present day.
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/TownWalks
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Created during Hugh Hamshaw Thomas' final year at Bath Academy of Art, 'Bike (Speed of Light)' reflects his interest in Taoist ideas of wu wei, as well as the influence of the conceptual photographic work of Keith Arnett and Bruce McLean.
@artukdotorg.bsky.social #OnlineArtExchange! 🎬📽️
@artukdotorg.bsky.social #OnlineArtExchange! 🎬📽️
July 24, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Created during Hugh Hamshaw Thomas' final year at Bath Academy of Art, 'Bike (Speed of Light)' reflects his interest in Taoist ideas of wu wei, as well as the influence of the conceptual photographic work of Keith Arnett and Bruce McLean.
@artukdotorg.bsky.social #OnlineArtExchange! 🎬📽️
@artukdotorg.bsky.social #OnlineArtExchange! 🎬📽️
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NOW OPEN - Threads: Clothing, Memory & Identity 👗✨
Celebrate all things fashion and explore ideas of memory and identity through the clothes we wear in our new exhibition, kicking off a summer of fashionable fun at Chippenham Museum.
📅 19 July - 1 November
⏲️ Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
🎟️ Free entry
Celebrate all things fashion and explore ideas of memory and identity through the clothes we wear in our new exhibition, kicking off a summer of fashionable fun at Chippenham Museum.
📅 19 July - 1 November
⏲️ Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
🎟️ Free entry
July 19, 2025 at 9:01 AM
NOW OPEN - Threads: Clothing, Memory & Identity 👗✨
Celebrate all things fashion and explore ideas of memory and identity through the clothes we wear in our new exhibition, kicking off a summer of fashionable fun at Chippenham Museum.
📅 19 July - 1 November
⏲️ Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
🎟️ Free entry
Celebrate all things fashion and explore ideas of memory and identity through the clothes we wear in our new exhibition, kicking off a summer of fashionable fun at Chippenham Museum.
📅 19 July - 1 November
⏲️ Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
🎟️ Free entry
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Explore smells in art with Keith Harrison's 'Wreath' (2013). The bulbs have been dipped in terracotta slip mixed with incense. When the lights are switched on, the heat produced fires the clay and causes the incense to release its scent.
@artukdotorg.bsky.social
#OnlineArtExchange🎨
📸 Tetsuo Mukai
@artukdotorg.bsky.social
#OnlineArtExchange🎨
📸 Tetsuo Mukai
July 3, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Explore smells in art with Keith Harrison's 'Wreath' (2013). The bulbs have been dipped in terracotta slip mixed with incense. When the lights are switched on, the heat produced fires the clay and causes the incense to release its scent.
@artukdotorg.bsky.social
#OnlineArtExchange🎨
📸 Tetsuo Mukai
@artukdotorg.bsky.social
#OnlineArtExchange🎨
📸 Tetsuo Mukai
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Some unintended witchcraft from c17 Wiltshire.
#FolkloreThursday
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#FolkloreThursday
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‘Involuntary’ Witches: The Case of Lee & Snigg — Louise Ryland-Epton
In 1832 an article titled ‘Anecdotes of Witchcraft in Wiltshire’ appeared in the Gentleman’s Magazine . The piece was copied from a manuscript of 1686 penned by an unnamed individual, but now identif...
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July 3, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Some unintended witchcraft from c17 Wiltshire.
#FolkloreThursday
www.louiserylandepton.co.uk/blog/involun...
#FolkloreThursday
www.louiserylandepton.co.uk/blog/involun...
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Today's @artukdotorg.bsky.social #OnlineArtExchange theme is wildlife and the environment! 🍃 William Crozier’s 1998 colour etching 'Downeen' uses bold colour, organic shapes, and zig-zag lines to capture the drama and diversity of Ireland’s coastal landscape. 🖼️
June 26, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Today's @artukdotorg.bsky.social #OnlineArtExchange theme is wildlife and the environment! 🍃 William Crozier’s 1998 colour etching 'Downeen' uses bold colour, organic shapes, and zig-zag lines to capture the drama and diversity of Ireland’s coastal landscape. 🖼️
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Join us for July’s free art talk with artist & project coordinator, Sarah Purvey, and Collections and Exhibitions Officer, Alan Fuller as they discuss Chippenham Museum’s Modern & Contemporary Art collection. 🎨🖼️
📅 Saturday 26 July 🕒 2pm - 3.30pm
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/JulyArtTalk
📅 Saturday 26 July 🕒 2pm - 3.30pm
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/JulyArtTalk
June 16, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Join us for July’s free art talk with artist & project coordinator, Sarah Purvey, and Collections and Exhibitions Officer, Alan Fuller as they discuss Chippenham Museum’s Modern & Contemporary Art collection. 🎨🖼️
📅 Saturday 26 July 🕒 2pm - 3.30pm
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/JulyArtTalk
📅 Saturday 26 July 🕒 2pm - 3.30pm
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/JulyArtTalk
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#ICYMI, not long to go until this evening's blue plaque unveiling with Chippenham Civic Society. To celebrate, our 'Alfred the Great' Bears are just £8.78 (was £15) for today only! 👉 bit.ly/AlfredTheBear
Join us from 4pm in the Market Place for re-enactors & the unveiling at 6.45pm.
Join us from 4pm in the Market Place for re-enactors & the unveiling at 6.45pm.
June 17, 2025 at 8:27 AM
#ICYMI, not long to go until this evening's blue plaque unveiling with Chippenham Civic Society. To celebrate, our 'Alfred the Great' Bears are just £8.78 (was £15) for today only! 👉 bit.ly/AlfredTheBear
Join us from 4pm in the Market Place for re-enactors & the unveiling at 6.45pm.
Join us from 4pm in the Market Place for re-enactors & the unveiling at 6.45pm.
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We're sharing Caroline Rudge's contemporary take on the female form for this week’s @artukdotorg.bsky.social #OnlineArtExchange. Using traditional techniques, she blends portraiture and symbolism to explore femininity, identity, and vulnerability.
🖼️ Clipped Wing, 2017, egg tempera on board
🖼️ Clipped Wing, 2017, egg tempera on board
June 19, 2025 at 10:02 AM
We're sharing Caroline Rudge's contemporary take on the female form for this week’s @artukdotorg.bsky.social #OnlineArtExchange. Using traditional techniques, she blends portraiture and symbolism to explore femininity, identity, and vulnerability.
🖼️ Clipped Wing, 2017, egg tempera on board
🖼️ Clipped Wing, 2017, egg tempera on board
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Yesterday, in partnership with Chippenham Civic Society, we unveiled a blue plaque dedicated to King Alfred the Great, marking his historic victory over the Danes. With re-enactors, a lecture, and BBC Points West coverage, it was a night to remember! 👑
June 18, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Yesterday, in partnership with Chippenham Civic Society, we unveiled a blue plaque dedicated to King Alfred the Great, marking his historic victory over the Danes. With re-enactors, a lecture, and BBC Points West coverage, it was a night to remember! 👑
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Chippenham’s medieval Grade I listed Yelde Hall has recently been restored by building conservation experts. The work included timber and plaster repairs, limework, and a new pentice board to protect the frontage. We're so pleased that this iconic structure can now be enjoyed in all its glory again!
June 10, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Chippenham’s medieval Grade I listed Yelde Hall has recently been restored by building conservation experts. The work included timber and plaster repairs, limework, and a new pentice board to protect the frontage. We're so pleased that this iconic structure can now be enjoyed in all its glory again!
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We loved seeing everyone at our May Half Term activities! 👕🎨
A special thanks to our Young Curators for planning & running the creative drop-ins, where everyone enjoyed creating their own mini t-shirt.
Check out their 'Spilling the Tee' display, open until 19 July 👉 bit.ly/SpillingTheTee
A special thanks to our Young Curators for planning & running the creative drop-ins, where everyone enjoyed creating their own mini t-shirt.
Check out their 'Spilling the Tee' display, open until 19 July 👉 bit.ly/SpillingTheTee
May 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
We loved seeing everyone at our May Half Term activities! 👕🎨
A special thanks to our Young Curators for planning & running the creative drop-ins, where everyone enjoyed creating their own mini t-shirt.
Check out their 'Spilling the Tee' display, open until 19 July 👉 bit.ly/SpillingTheTee
A special thanks to our Young Curators for planning & running the creative drop-ins, where everyone enjoyed creating their own mini t-shirt.
Check out their 'Spilling the Tee' display, open until 19 July 👉 bit.ly/SpillingTheTee
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In partnership with Chippenham Civic Society, we’re unveiling a blue plaque dedicated to King Alfred the Great on Tuesday 17 June at 6.45pm. Believed to have been the site of the King’s royal ville or hunting lodge, Chippenham Museum invites you to join us for this exciting event! 👑
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May 31, 2025 at 8:00 AM
In partnership with Chippenham Civic Society, we’re unveiling a blue plaque dedicated to King Alfred the Great on Tuesday 17 June at 6.45pm. Believed to have been the site of the King’s royal ville or hunting lodge, Chippenham Museum invites you to join us for this exciting event! 👑
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Always a fun day at Chippenham Folk Festival! Visit www.chippfolk.co.uk to discover what more you can enjoy this Bank Holiday weekend. 🎭
Don’t forget, we’ll be back open on Bank Holiday Monday, 10am-4pm!
Don’t forget, we’ll be back open on Bank Holiday Monday, 10am-4pm!
May 25, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Always a fun day at Chippenham Folk Festival! Visit www.chippfolk.co.uk to discover what more you can enjoy this Bank Holiday weekend. 🎭
Don’t forget, we’ll be back open on Bank Holiday Monday, 10am-4pm!
Don’t forget, we’ll be back open on Bank Holiday Monday, 10am-4pm!
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We’re open as usual this Spring Bank Holiday, Monday 26 May, from 10am to 4pm! Enjoy a peaceful day at Chippenham Museum, surrounded by art and history. Plus, creative activities for all ages are coming up during May Half Term next week - it’s the perfect time to plan a visit! 💐✨
May 19, 2025 at 11:02 AM
We’re open as usual this Spring Bank Holiday, Monday 26 May, from 10am to 4pm! Enjoy a peaceful day at Chippenham Museum, surrounded by art and history. Plus, creative activities for all ages are coming up during May Half Term next week - it’s the perfect time to plan a visit! 💐✨
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There’s no better way to enjoy #NationalWalkingMonth than joining Thursday evening's free guided walk with Chippenham Museum! 👟🗺️ Get your tickets now to discover the rich history of the town, from its Anglo-Saxon past to the present day.
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/TownWalks
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/TownWalks
May 20, 2025 at 9:15 AM
There’s no better way to enjoy #NationalWalkingMonth than joining Thursday evening's free guided walk with Chippenham Museum! 👟🗺️ Get your tickets now to discover the rich history of the town, from its Anglo-Saxon past to the present day.
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/TownWalks
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/TownWalks
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We loved welcoming family and friends yesterday to celebrate the opening of 'Spilling the Tee', a pop-up display by our Young Curators group. On until Saturday 19 July!
Find out more about the project via the links 👇
📲 bit.ly/SpillingTheTee
🔗 bit.ly/YoungCurators...
Find out more about the project via the links 👇
📲 bit.ly/SpillingTheTee
🔗 bit.ly/YoungCurators...
May 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM
We loved welcoming family and friends yesterday to celebrate the opening of 'Spilling the Tee', a pop-up display by our Young Curators group. On until Saturday 19 July!
Find out more about the project via the links 👇
📲 bit.ly/SpillingTheTee
🔗 bit.ly/YoungCurators...
Find out more about the project via the links 👇
📲 bit.ly/SpillingTheTee
🔗 bit.ly/YoungCurators...
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Today’s @artukdotorg.bsky.social #OnlineArtExchange is sport! 🏇
'Riders' by Norma Salt shows riders in jockeys' silks - a change from the scarlet hunt jackets in the preparatory sketch (see second image).
Theme by @blackburnmuseum.bsky.social, celebrating 150 years of BRFC!
'Riders' by Norma Salt shows riders in jockeys' silks - a change from the scarlet hunt jackets in the preparatory sketch (see second image).
Theme by @blackburnmuseum.bsky.social, celebrating 150 years of BRFC!
May 22, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Today’s @artukdotorg.bsky.social #OnlineArtExchange is sport! 🏇
'Riders' by Norma Salt shows riders in jockeys' silks - a change from the scarlet hunt jackets in the preparatory sketch (see second image).
Theme by @blackburnmuseum.bsky.social, celebrating 150 years of BRFC!
'Riders' by Norma Salt shows riders in jockeys' silks - a change from the scarlet hunt jackets in the preparatory sketch (see second image).
Theme by @blackburnmuseum.bsky.social, celebrating 150 years of BRFC!
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NOW OPEN - John Eaves: Off Beat 🎨
This exhibition brings together a vibrant selection of non-figurative work by John Eaves RWA, now in his 90s. Curated by Nick Moore.
📍 Chippenham Museum
📅 17 May – 12 July
⏲️ Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
🎟️ Free entry
This exhibition brings together a vibrant selection of non-figurative work by John Eaves RWA, now in his 90s. Curated by Nick Moore.
📍 Chippenham Museum
📅 17 May – 12 July
⏲️ Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
🎟️ Free entry
May 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM
NOW OPEN - John Eaves: Off Beat 🎨
This exhibition brings together a vibrant selection of non-figurative work by John Eaves RWA, now in his 90s. Curated by Nick Moore.
📍 Chippenham Museum
📅 17 May – 12 July
⏲️ Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
🎟️ Free entry
This exhibition brings together a vibrant selection of non-figurative work by John Eaves RWA, now in his 90s. Curated by Nick Moore.
📍 Chippenham Museum
📅 17 May – 12 July
⏲️ Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
🎟️ Free entry
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Now that you’ve learned more about Chippenham Museum, we’d love to welcome you in person.
📅 Monday - Saturday
⏲️ 10am - 4pm
🎟️ Free entry
📅 Monday - Saturday
⏲️ 10am - 4pm
🎟️ Free entry
May 18, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Now that you’ve learned more about Chippenham Museum, we’d love to welcome you in person.
📅 Monday - Saturday
⏲️ 10am - 4pm
🎟️ Free entry
📅 Monday - Saturday
⏲️ 10am - 4pm
🎟️ Free entry
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📲 Explore Digitally
In 2024, Chippenham Museum joined Bloomberg Connects, a free arts and culture app used by hundreds of museums worldwide. Our digital guide offers collection highlights, curated tours, and deeper stories to explore anytime, anywhere!
👉 bit.ly/ChippenhamMuseumDigitalGuide
In 2024, Chippenham Museum joined Bloomberg Connects, a free arts and culture app used by hundreds of museums worldwide. Our digital guide offers collection highlights, curated tours, and deeper stories to explore anytime, anywhere!
👉 bit.ly/ChippenhamMuseumDigitalGuide
Chippenham Museum
Housed in an 18th-century townhouse, Chippenham Museum tells the fascinating story of this historic market town from its prehistoric origins to the present day. Learn about the town’s development,…
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May 18, 2025 at 12:01 PM
📲 Explore Digitally
In 2024, Chippenham Museum joined Bloomberg Connects, a free arts and culture app used by hundreds of museums worldwide. Our digital guide offers collection highlights, curated tours, and deeper stories to explore anytime, anywhere!
👉 bit.ly/ChippenhamMuseumDigitalGuide
In 2024, Chippenham Museum joined Bloomberg Connects, a free arts and culture app used by hundreds of museums worldwide. Our digital guide offers collection highlights, curated tours, and deeper stories to explore anytime, anywhere!
👉 bit.ly/ChippenhamMuseumDigitalGuide
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Happy #InternationalMuseumDay! Today we’re celebrating by sharing a little more about Chippenham Museum - its history, its home, and what you can explore when you visit.
#IMD2025 #ChippenhamMuseum
#IMD2025 #ChippenhamMuseum
May 18, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Happy #InternationalMuseumDay! Today we’re celebrating by sharing a little more about Chippenham Museum - its history, its home, and what you can explore when you visit.
#IMD2025 #ChippenhamMuseum
#IMD2025 #ChippenhamMuseum