Thame market c. 1950 from the museum photo archive. Copies of this and other photographs from our extensive library can be purchased on request.

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New Exhibition

CAPTURING TOWERSEY

New photographic exhibition opened Saturday 8th June 2019 and runs until 27th August 2019, during Museum opening hours, Tues, Wed, Sat, 10am-4pm; Sun.1pm-4pm. Admission Free

This exhibition focuses on the famed Oxfordshire music festival held every year just outside Thame during the August Bank Holiday weekend.

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Meet Elizabeth our latest acquisition

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The History of Thame in 50 Objects – a fun event. Follow a time line of Thame represented by 50 objects. Every object has a unique link to Thame’s past and illustrates life in Thame from Neolithic times to present day. Find them on display throughout the Museum. Pick up a leaflet at reception and follow the

trail. How Many Objects Can You Find?

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TIMES REMEMBERED

Listen to our unique selection of interviews with local residents of Thame,

To hear our rich treasure trove of oral histories Click here.

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WHAT WAS IN THE SEALED CUPBOARD? ...a glimpse of family life 100 years ago. Discover this and much more.
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THAME TOWN MUSIC FESTIVAL PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION EXTENDED FOR ANOTHER WEEK

Due to popular demand and with Museum visitor numbers exceeding 100 on Saturday, this exhibition will now run until Wednesday 24th July.
ENTRANCE FREE

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Elizabethan Wall Paintings Room

A Must- See Visitor’s Attraction

THE MERCHANT’S NEW CLOTHES

Our Elizabethan merchant has had a make-over, thanks to our talented volunteer, Linda Simon. Over several months, Linda has painstakingly researched, sourced and sewn this beautiful outfit. Now you can see the merchant in all his glory when you visit the Elizabethan Room in the Museum. Officially opened on 16th September 2018, the refurbished Wall Paintings Room continues to welcome visitors.

See this family room belonging to an Elizabethan merchant from Thame come to life before your eyes. Hear authentic music and listen to the voice of the man who we believe, owned the house in which the paintings were found. It is a unique experience which has taken over three years to develop.

Thanks to a lot of hard work from the museum team and funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund, we are now able to give a glimpse of life from 400 years ago using the latest 21st century technology.

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