Events


The Good, the Bad, and the Deadly! Medicine in Georgian Britain - Part Two

Wednesday 20 November 2024

7:00pm-8:00pm

 

Popular guest speaker Sheelagh James will be further exploring the fascinating history of cures, remedies, and medicine in 18th -century Britain in part two of her talk.

This humorous and informative one-hour talk is not to be missed!

Tickets cost £10 per person. Pre-booking is essential, spaces are limited. Tickets are non-refundable. 

Doors open from 6:30pm-7:00pm, a complimentary hot drink is served upon arrival. Doors close at 7:00pm, latecomers will not be admitted.

Book online here. Tickets can also be purchased in-person at our Bookshop, or by calling 01543 264972.

Please note – we recommend that this talk is not suitable for children under 14. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

The talk will take place on the first floor of the museum, which can only be accessed by stairs. Due to the building’s Grade I listed status we are unable to install a lift.

 

 


Festive Light Night

Sunday 24 November 2024
3:30pm-6:00pm

Enjoy a warm welcome and view of the Market Square with a family craft activity and festive refreshments for sale during the Christmas Lights Switch-On. 


 

 


Professor Custard's Toy Workshop

Saturday 30 November 2024

2:00pm-3:15pm

Join us for a hands-on activity for the festive season. Make a selection of traditional toys to take home!

£4 per child for the craft activity, accompanying adults free.

Tickets can be purchased in-person at our Bookshop, or by calling 01543 264972.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Entrance to the Museum is free and we have lots of fun free activities, including quill pen writing, colouring-in, and costumes to try on. 


Christmas at the Birthplace

Sunday 1 December 2024

11:00am-3:30pm

Get into the festive spirit with a day of storytelling, craft activities, family trails, and music. Come and see the Museum decorated for Christmas, enjoy a mince pie and glass of mulled wine, and buy a last-minute gift from our fabulous Bookshop. 


Birthplace Writers' Group

 Second Saturday of the month, 2pm

Free friendly and informal writing group; new members welcome.

Please contact us on 01543 264972, email sjmuseum@lichfield.gov.uk, or pop in and enquire about availability at the museum's bookshop. 

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