Maidstone Museum & Bentlif Art Gallery: RSS News & Events Feed http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/news.xml Maidstone Museum & Bentlif Art Gallery : RSS News & Events Feed Copyright 2010, Maidstone Museum & Bentlif Art Gallery. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:03:02 GMT Time Talks Lecture: Maidstone Men in the Great War Lecture by Regimental Museum honorary Archivist, Chris Jupp.

Suitable for 16yrs+.

(MMF members £1.50)
 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20107/117 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20107/117 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 11:03:02 GMT Special Events: National Army Museum and Royal Hospital, Chelsea The National Army Museum tells the story of the British Army. It explores the lives of those who served and explains the impact the Army has had on shaping the history of Great Britain, Europe and the rest of the world. After our tour, we will enjoy a curry lunch at the nearby Royal Hospital Chelsea, followed by a tour.

(MMF members £9) Cost includes lunch at the Royal Hospital.

Booking in advance essential. Phone 01622 602838 or email museuminfo@maidstone.gov.uk



 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20107/115 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20107/115 Sat, 03 Jul 2010 11:03:02 GMT Special Events: PWRR Regiment Band The Band of the Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment will be rounding off our Military Living History weekend with military classics in the bandstand in Brenchley Gardens.


 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20106/116 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20106/116 Sun, 27 Jun 2010 11:03:02 GMT Special Events: Military Living History Weekend Meet a host of military enthusiasts and re-enactors at our Living History weekend. Discover how soldiers through the ages lived and fought, see what they wore and ate and handle the weapons they used.

 


 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20106/114 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20106/114 Sat, 26 Jun 2010 11:03:02 GMT Time Talks Lecture: Waterloo: Holding the Centre Carole Divall (author of Redcoats against Napoleon) focuses on the centre of Wellington's line, which includes the struggle for La Haie Sainte, the great French cavalry charges, the artillery bombardment at Alten's division and the final repulse of the Middle and Old Guard on those fateful June days in 1815 when the destiny of Europe was decided.

Suitable for 16yrs+

(MMF members £1.50)


 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20106/113 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20106/113 Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:03:02 GMT Special Events: Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum Open Day Talk to Giles Guthrie (Keeper of Human History) about our Regimental
collections, try on a uniform and handle some objects.

Suitable for all ages

 


 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20106/112 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20106/112 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 11:03:02 GMT Time Talks Lecture: Nelson, Trafalgar and the Artists Royal West Kent Regiment Museum 50th anniversary

Pieter van der Merwe (General Editor at the National Maritime Museum), is an author and expert on maritime history. Here he retells the story of Nelson's great naval victory over the FRench and Spanish fleets at Trafalgar in 1805 and looks at some of the ways it has been commemorated by artists. 

Suitable for 16yrs+

Cost £3 (MMF members £1.50)


 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20105/111 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20105/111 Thu, 20 May 2010 11:03:02 GMT Special Events: The Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment and Queen's Regiment Museum and Dover Castle Royal West Kent Regiment Museum 50th anniversary

The collection traces the history of the Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment. Starting in 1572 with the deployment of a Tudor company to support the Dutch in their war against the Spanish; a series of displays, interactive videos and recordings takes the visitor right up to the Regiment's most recent operations in support of the UN and NATO. Departure will be from Maidstone.

Cost to be advised. Spaces are limited; booking in advance is essential.

To book a place, please phone 01622 602838 or email: museuminfo@maidstone.gov.uk


 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20105/109 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20105/109 Sat, 15 May 2010 11:03:02 GMT Special Events: Hidden Maidstone - Tour of the nuclear bunker As part of our series exploring Hidden Maidstone we’re inviting you to the grand surroundings of a local solicitors’ office to investigate a forgotten relic of the Cold War. Spaces are limited; booking essential. Please contact Nicholas Ward on 01622 602821

Suitable for 16yrs+

FREE to MMF members
 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20105/110 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20105/110 Sat, 15 May 2010 11:03:02 GMT Storytelling: Storytelling Sir Charlie Stinky Socks and the Big Adventure
Please arrive before 10.30
 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20105/108 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20105/108 Tue, 11 May 2010 11:03:02 GMT Time Talks Lecture: The Green Man  - an exploration through songs, slides, readings and exposition

Dr Mick Lynn (an environmental scientist, former morris dancer, folk singer & musician) and Dr Geoff Doel (Associate Lecturer in Literature at UniKent, singer and co-author with wife Fran of The Green Man in Britain and Robin Hood: Outlaw or Greenwood Myth) present this fascinating talk on the mysterious ‘Green Man’ carvings. These can be found in Gothic cathedrals and churches and may symbolise the life force and renewal, linking thematically with traditional folklore figures such as Robin Hood and customs associated with regeneration such as the Jack in the Green and the Mummers Play.

Suitable for 16yrs+

(£1.50 to MMF Members)
 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/107 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/107 Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Drop-in Art/Craft: Medieval Helmets Be as fearless as St. George by making your very own Medieval helmet.
Recommended for under 12’s.

 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/106 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/106 Sat, 24 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Special Events: Family History Workshop; Military Records Did your ancestors serve in the Armed Forces? Chris Jupp, QORWK Museum Honorary Archivist, and the Orders & Medals Research Society show how to find and use military records to learn more about your forebears.

Suitable for 16yrs+

FREE EVENT

 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/105 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/105 Thu, 22 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Drop-in Art/Craft: Brass Rubbing 10.30am – 4.30pm (11.30am – 3.30pm Sunday 18th April)
Create beautiful pictures by rubbing wax crayons over our amazing brasses.
Suitable for all ages

 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/103 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/103 Sat, 17 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Special Events: Hidden Maidstone - Tour of the nuclear bunker, Brachers As part of our series exploring Hidden Maidstone we’re inviting you to the grand surroundings of a local solicitors’ office to investigate a forgotten relic of the Cold War. Spaces are limited; booking essential. Please contact Nicholas Ward on 01622 602821 WHY NICK?
Suitable for 16yrs+
(FREE to MMF members)
 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/104 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/104 Sat, 17 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Drop-in Art/Craft: Spring Flowers Brighten up someone's day by giving them a beautiful bunch of home-made spring
flowers.
Recommended for under 12’s.

 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/102 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/102 Fri, 16 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Drop-in Art/Craft: Butterfly & Creepy Crawly Mobiles Using the butterfly and insect collection in the River Safari gallery decorate your own
butterflies and insects and make them into a mobile to hang up.
Recommended for under 12’s.

 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/100 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/100 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Time Talks Lecture: The Battle of Kohima Royal West Kent Regiment Museum 50th anniversary

The story of the epic defence of Kohima for over two weeks in 1944 by less than 500 Territorial Army Soldiers of the 4th Bn The Queen's Own against 13,000 Japanese troops. Earl Mountbatten called Kohima 'Britain's Thermopylae'. Regimental Museum honorary Archivist, Chris Jupp, explains why.

Suitable for 16yrs+.

Cost £3 (MMF members £1.50)
 

 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/101 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/101 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Special Events: Farmyard Animal Petting Drop in to visit animals from Nepicar Farm including a rabbit, guinea pig, sheep,
lamb, chicken, goose, duck, sheep dog and goat.

 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/99 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/99 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Storytelling: Storytelling Little Ogre’s Surprise Supper
Please arrive before 10.30
 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/98 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/98 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Drop-in Art/Craft: Pom-Pom Animals Celebrate Spring and make cute woollen chicks and bunnies.
Recommended for under 12’s.

 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/97 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/97 Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Drop-in Art/Craft: Brass Rubbing 10.30am – 4.30pm (11.30am – 3.30pm Sunday)
Create beautiful pictures by rubbing wax crayons over our amazing brasses.
Suitable for all ages

 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/96 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/96 Sat, 10 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Drop-in Art/Craft: Animal Masks Make your own animal mask and be a rabbit, lion, pig, monkey or even a frog for the
day!
Recommended for under 12’s.

 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/95 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/95 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Drop-in Art/Craft: Easter Hats Using the Museums costume collections as inspiration, make and decorate your own
Easter bonnet or top hat.
Recommended for under 12’s.

 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/94 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/94 Thu, 08 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Drop-in Art/Craft: Easter Nests Make your own colourful Easter nest for mini eggs by weaving paper.
Recommended for under 12’s.

 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/93 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/93 Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Storytelling: Storytelling Mr Wolf’s Pancakes
Please arrive before 10.30


 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/92 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/92 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Special Events: Easter Egg Hunt 10.30am – 4.30pm (11.30am – 3.30pm Sunday 4th April)
Solve the clues to find 20 Easter Eggs hidden around the Museum and win a prize.
 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/91 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20104/91 Fri, 02 Apr 2010 11:03:02 GMT Drop-in Art/Craft: Make a Wormery! National Science and Engineering Day
This year National Science and Engineering Week is focusing on the Earth. To celebrate the planet we live on we have two events for you to enjoy. Firstly...

Make a Wormery!
Make a wormery out of plastic bottles and find out why worms are so good for our earth. Suitable for all ages.


 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20103/88 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20103/88 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 11:03:02 GMT 'Hands on' Stations: 'Hands on' earth station National Science and Engineerng Day
This year National Science and Engineering Week is focusing on the Earth. To celebrate the planet we live on we have two events for you to enjoy. The second is...

‘Hands on’ earth station.
10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm drop in.
Come along to find out what is under your feet. Handle specimens of creepy crawlies and rocks and minerals.

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20103/89 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events/20103/89 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 11:03:02 GMT BBC History of the World Project BBC A History of the World Project
The Museum is taking part in this partnership project that highlights important objects from museums collections. The object we have chosen is a Ritual Mask, made by the Haida people from Canada, it is on display in our Brenchley gallery.

You can take part by choosing your own favourite object and adding it to the website, for details of how to do this contact: www.bbc.co.uk/ahistoryoftheworld 
 

]]> http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/news/95 http://www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk/news/95 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:03:02 GMT