News from the MUSEUM
Worn to be Wild A vibrant exhibition of fashion through
the ages inspired by the wildlife of Britain, ‘Worn to be Wild’ was created by dress designer and textile artist Kate Plumtree.
The collection is inspired by British birds and mammals combined with the evolution of period dress from medieval times to
20 July – 2 November Admission: £3 or 2 for £5, under 16s free
the present.
From a medieval deer to a contemporary hedgehog, each costume represents a different species and a specific era of fashion. Adults and children can even try on some of the outfits in the dressing up area!
Heritage Open Days Sleepover 19:00 on 13 September to 08:30 on 14 September, £30 per person, booking essential
Ever fancied spending a night at the museum? Will Ta-kesh the Egyptian mummy come to life when the lights go out? Do the dinosaurs roar at sunrise? Find out at our children’s sleepover! Children must be accompanied by an adult (maximum of 3 children per adult).
Treasures
from Hirado 20 July – 2 November
Treasures from Hirado marks the 400th anniversary of the opening of trade and cultural ties between Britain and Japan. It features artefacts never before seen outside Japan. In particular the exhibition focuses on William Adams, from Gillingham, who was the first Englishman to reach Japan. Adam became a confidant of Japan’s ruler and was buried in Hirado.
Behind the Scenes Tours
£2.50, booking essential See behind the scenes at Maidstone Museum and find out about some of the items that are not currently on display. Japanese Collection – 31 July Fashion Collection – 11 September
Sex, Drugs & Music Hall
12, 19 & 27 September, 14:00 Free of charge but booking essential One Book, Two Actors, Three Generations, Four True Life Stories. The phenomenal Brem-Wilson dynasty through spoken word, drama, music & performance. Adaptations from Clive-Parker Sharp’s book “The Box” and author book signing in the Kentish Deli-Café.
Summer Holiday Activities
Home Front Bus and World War II Fun Day 2 & 3 August, 10:00-17:00 Get on board the Home Front Bus and step back in time! There will also be a children’s World War II workshop with exciting children’s activities. On 3 August, join in the family picnic in Brenchley Gardens with 1940s entertainment and a Cake Bake competition.
Creepy crawlies, bugs and beasties 9 August, 11:00-16:00 Fun activities - handle the bugs and beasties.
Tea, Talk & Walk - Discover Maidstone’s Historic Past
Tuesdays from 27 August to 15 October 11:30am Adults £5 Concessions £3
Meet at the museum’s Bentlif library for refreshment and an engaging talk, followed by a town walk led by a qualified guide. Talks cover everything from art and architecture to crime and punishment. Booking is advisable.
Some activities include a charge – please see our website or call 01622 602838 for details.
Teddy Bear Workshop 16 August, 10:30 and 14:00 Make your own teddy bear and dress it with Worn to be Wild creator Kate Plumtree.
Children’s Craft Activities – sessions at 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30 and 14:30 Designer Dinosaurs — 25 July, 14 August
Fun with Phones — 26 July, 15 & 30 August
World War II Activities —
29 July – 2 August Put On A Puppet Show — 5 & 23 August
Marvellous Mummies — 6 & 22 August
Super Power — 7 & 19 August Roman Soldiers — 8 & 20 August Take Flight — 12 & 28 August Masks — 13 & 29 August Wonderful Worms — 16 & 27 August Making Music — 21 & 28 August
Japanese Culture Day — 26 August, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30
More information on all upcoming exhibitions and events can be found at
www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk. Bookings via 01622 602838.
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