Join us on Halloween night for spooky tours of Huntingdon's haunted Town Hall... but beware as some of the stories will come to life... more details and bookings at: cromwellmuseum.org/events/hallo... 👻🎃💀

We're delighted to have received funding from @artscouncilengland.bsky.social and @dcmsgovuk.bsky.social as part of the latest round of Museum Resilience Funding. This will not only help support our existing activity but develop new programmes over the coming months! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

We have a new YouTube video! This tells the story of two Sandwiches - the man who became Earl of Sandwich and the earl who invented the sandwich, both of whom were tied to #Huntingdon. Find out their remarkable (and scandalous) stories at: youtube.com/watch?v=GOuN...

Last chance to see this weekend! 😀 Our current exhibit on the battle that changed Britain finishes on Sunday. www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

The Cromwell Museum Trust is looking for new trustees who are between the ages of 18-30! If you're interested, we are holding a free info session on Thurs 2 Oct at the Cromwell Museum - drop in between 4-6pm to meet us and find out more. www.cromwellmuseum.org/about-us/bec...

Last chance to see our current exhibit, which tells the story of the battle that changed British history! Exhibit finishes on 5 October, so don't miss out! Discover more at: cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

Last chance to see our current exhibit, which tells the story of the battle that changed British history! Exhibit finishes on 5 October, so don't miss out! Discover more at: cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

Join us next Tuesday evening, 23 September, for one of our popular guided walks exploring 17th century Huntingdon, including royal visits, a Civil War battle, witch trials, Pepys and (of course) the Cromwell family. More details and bookings at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

Join us next Tuesday, 16 September, for an evening walk around the historic Huntingdonshire town of St Ives to explore what the town was like in the 1600s and Cromwell's connections to it. More details at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

The Cromwell Museum Trust is looking for new trustees who are between the ages of 18-30, and who are enthusiastic, ambitious and committed! If this could be you, click here to find out more and how to apply for the opportunity: www.cromwellmuseum.org/about-us/bec...

This Saturday, 13 September, join us for a free Heritage Open Days tour of Huntingdon Town Hall, including the grand 18th century assembly room and historic courts, with tales of past trials. Places are limited; book now to avoid disappointment at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/hunti...

Support our work by becoming a member for just £25. In return, get access to a quarterly newsletter, invitations to exclusive events, and a discount on event tickets and in our shop. Find out more and become a member here: shop.cromwellmuseum.org/products/cro...

Our #objectoftheweek is this painted silk banner in our collection, a rare survival from Cromwell's state funeral - he died #OnThisDay 3 September 1658. This is one of only 4 such banners that survive of the more than a thousand that were made. #17thCentury

On this date in 1650, Cromwell and the New Model Army secured a decisive victory against a Scottish royalist army at Dunbar. Exactly a year later, he defeated Charles II's army at Worcester. Ironically, the date of his death in 1658 was also September 3rd.

Samuel Pepys has joined the ranks of our brick minifigures thanks to our friends @unitedbricks! The famous diarist comes supplied with his own quill and parchment. Pick up your own Pepys today at shop.cromwellmuseum.org/products/civ...

For Heritage Open Days, explore historic Huntingdon Town Hall on Saturday 13 September with a free curator-led tour of the 18th century assembly rooms and courts. Places are limited; book now to avoid disappointment! More details at: cromwellmuseum.org/events/hunti...

Join us at Huntingdon Town Hall tomorrow afternoon for our last Workshop Wednesday of the summer! Drop in and make your own clay medal in this FREE activity.

Britain's shortest battle? Discover the story of the 'Battle' of Huntingdon that took place #OnThisDay 24 August 1645 in our latest YouTube video at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HKl...

Join us this Tuesday evening, 26 August, for one of our popular guided walks exploring 17th century Huntingdon, including royal visits, a Civil War battle, witch trials, Pepys and (of course) the Cromwell family. More details and bookings at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

Join us this Tuesday evening, 26 August, for one of our popular guided walks exploring 17th century Huntingdon, including royal visits, a Civil War battle, witch trials, Pepys and (of course) the Cromwell family. More details and bookings at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

Britain's shortest battle? Discover the story of the 'Battle' of Huntingdon that took place #OnThisDay 24 August 1645 in our latest YouTube video at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HKl...

We're open this Bank Holiday weekend 10am - 4pm, with the chance to see our latest exhibit, which tells the story of the battle that changed British history! Discover more at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

#OnThisDay 22 August 1642 King Charles I raised his standard outside Nottingham Castle. This is often regarded as the 'official' start of the First #EnglishCivilWar; in reality there had been military actions, fighting & casualties for the preceding few months. #17thCentury #OTD

Join us next Tuesday evening, 26 August, for one of our popular guided walks exploring 17th century Huntingdon, including royal visits, a Civil War battle, witch trials, Pepys and (of course) the Cromwell family. More details and bookings at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

Drop into Huntingdon Library tomorrow 20 August from 10:30am - 12:30pm to create your own pocket watch in this FREE family activity!

As it's #WorldCalligraphyDay, our #ObjectOfTheWeek is this lovely letter from Cromwell's mother Elizabeth, written in July 1643. It's probably the only example of her handwriting and signature - which is lovely and clear (unlike the notation below it!)

Join us at Huntingdon Library tomorrow to create your own pietra dura mosaic, based on Oliver Cromwell's pomade chest! 10:30am - 12:30pm, FREE craft activity.

Huntingdon Town Hall is one of my favourite buildings in the whole county, a definite hidden treasure. The ballroom includes portraits by #JoshuaReynolds and #GainsboroughDupont

For Heritage Open Days, explore historic Huntingdon Town Hall on Saturday 13 September with a free curator-led tour of the 18th century assembly rooms and courts. Book now to avoid disappointment! More details at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/hunti...

Join us next Tuesday, 19 August, for an evening walk around historic St Ives to explore what the town was like in the 1600s and Cromwell's connections to it. More details at: cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

Today! Drop by Huntingdon Town Hall to step into the shoes of King Charles I or Sir Thomas Fairfax, and see if you can lead your army to victory in this beginner-friendly table top war game. Ages 12+, FREE, 11am - 4pm.

We’re at Huntingdon Carnival today with our publicity stand - come and say hello, handle some replica artefacts and take part in our family craft activity! 😀

Join us this Sunday to meet a couple of Civil War soldiers and try your hand at commanding an army at the battle of Naseby with our have-a-go game! More details at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/filte...

Join us this Sunday to meet a couple of Civil War soldiers and try your hand at commanding an army at the battle of Naseby with our have-a-go game! More details at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/filte...

Our Civil War Soldiers are on Market Square in Huntingdon until 3pm today! Drop by to say hi, try on replica armour, and take part in training and craft activities before being recruited into the New Modelled Army.

Step into the role of King Charles I or Sir Thomas Fairfax on Sunday 10 August at Huntingdon Town Hall... See if you can lead your army to victory in this beginner-friendly table top war game based on the Battle of Naseby, developed by two of our talented volunteers!

With our upcoming expansion project, we're looking for a talented architect and imaginitive museum designer to work with us. Could this be you? Find out more information on how to tender for either of these roles at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/about-us/cro...

Our summer holiday activities begin next week! Join us each Wednesday in August to take part in civil war soldier training, craft activities, and more. Plus unique FREE family trails in the Museum throughout August. 1-10 August: Arms and Armour Trail 12 - 25 August: Objects up Close Trail

Join us this Tuesday evening, 29 July, for one of our popular guided walks exploring 17th century Huntingdon, including royal visits, a Civil War battle, witch trials, Pepys and (of course) Cromwell. More details and bookings at: cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

The summer holidays are here and we have a weekly programme of FREE family activities every Wednesday in August, with a different theme and activity every week! Find out more at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/filte...

The summer holidays are here and we have a weekly programme of FREE family activities every Wednesday in August, with a different theme and activity every week! Find out more at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/filte...

Step into a world torn apart by civil war and the fall of a king. If you're ready for a gripping journey through one of the most turbulent chapters in history, our Visitor Assistant recommends Jonathan Healey’s The Blazing World. Buy a copy here: shop.cromwellmuseum.org/products/the...

Not seen our latest exhibit yet? It tells the story oif the battle that changed British history! Discover more at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

Join us on the evening of Tuesday 29 July for one of our popular guided walks around 17th century Huntingdon, including royal visits, a Civil War battle, witch trials, Pepys and (of course) Cromwell. More details and bookings at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

Become a member of the Cromwell Museum today! In return for your support of the Museum, receive discounts on tickets and in our shop, an exclusive pin badge, quarterly newsletter, and more. shop.cromwellmuseum.org/products/cro...

7 July 1660: George Monck, general & architect of #Restoration having been knighted by Charles II in 25 May is created Duke of Albemarle #otd (portrait from @cromwellmuseum.bsky.social )

We had a great time over the weekend with our friends from the @Sealed_Knot who welcomed hundreds of visitors to Castle Hills in Huntingdon with living history and drill displays, as part of this year's @Huntshistfest! 😀 Photos by Steve Liddle.

This weekend sees Civil War reenactors taking over Castle Hills in Huntingdon with living history, drill displays and a skirmish each day as part of Huntingdonshire History Festival - More details at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/battl... Do come along! 😀⚔️

As part of this year's @Huntshistfest, we have a special tour of the Museum with our Curator on the evening of 16 July. This includes the chance to see and even handle some items from the collection! More details at: www.cromwellmuseum.org/events/cromw...

#OnThisDay 2 July 1644 was the battle of Marston Moor, the largest & bloodiest battle of the #EnglishCivilWar, a Parliamentarian & Scots Covenanter victory ending Royalist control of the north of England. Painting of the battle by James Ward (1826) in our collection. #17thCentury