Events

The Darker Side of Love

Friday 14 February 2025
7:00pm - 8:00pm 

Local Lichfield storyteller, Christine Genders presents The Darker Side of Love – a set of traditional stories that don’t end “happily ever after”: a storytelling antidote to Valentine's Day romance and red roses. Because we all know that true love doesn’t always last. These are tales that tell what happens when love runs out.

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

Doors open from 6:30pm-7:00pm, a complimentary glass of wine or soft drink is served on arrival. Doors close at 7:00pm, latecomers will not be admitted.

Please note - these stories are not suitable for children under the age of 14. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

The event 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.

 

 

 Image above - British Library Image: B20037-09

 

18th-Century Women's Fashion and Revolution

Wednesday 19 February 2025

7:00pm-8:00pm

Join us for an exploration of Women's fashion from the second half of the 18th century.

For this fascinating one-hour talk, British fashion designer, Gemma Thompson, will delve into the history of women’s clothing in the 1700s.

This is a unique opportunity to hear how these luxurious garments were made and how fashion was influenced by the age of revolution. See Gemma get dressed in the iconic robe à l'anglaise.

Tickets cost £10 per person. Tickets can be purchased online here, in-person at our Bookshop, or by calling 01543 264972.

Pre-booking is essential, spaces are limited. Tickets are non-refundable.

Please note – we recommend that this talk is not suitable for children under 12. 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.

 

 

Family Craft Activity

Thursday 20 February 2025

11:00am - 1:00pm 

£2 per child for the craft activity, accompanying adults free.

Booking is not essential, drop-ins welcome, however our craft sessions are extremely popular so you may wish to pre-book by visiting our bookshop to secure your place.

Places can be booked in-person at our Bookshop or by calling 01543 264972. 

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

 

 

Family Craft Activity 

Thursday 17 April 2025
11:00am - 1:00pm 

Join us between 11am and 1pm for a hands-on family craft activity.

Booking is not essential, drop-ins welcome, however our craft sessions are extremely popular so you may wish to pre-book by visiting our bookshop to secure your place.

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

 

 

Family Craft Activity

Thursday 29 May 2025

11:00am - 1:00pm 

Places can be booked in-person at our Bookshop or by calling 01543 264972. 

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

 

 

Samuel Johnson's 316th Birthday Celebrations 

Saturday 20 September 2025

10:30am-4:30pm 

Celebrate Samuel Johnson’s Birthday with lots of fun free activities throughout the day including family crafts, storytelling, and music.

 

Birthplace Writers' Group

 Second Saturday of the month, 2pm

Free friendly and informal writing group; new members welcome.

To find out more, please visit the group's dedicated website here (external site), or alternatively please contact us on 01543 264972, email sjmuseum@lichfield.gov.uk, or pop in and enquire about availability at the museum's bookshop.