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Each season, the museum hosts a series of special displays that focus on specific aspects of the life and times of the people of Wymondham.
A Tribute to Wymondham Firefighters
On Sunday 10th June 1615, three travellers and a local accomplice started a fire that engulfed the timber-framed buildings in the town. This event exposed the town's lack of organised firefighting and led to the establishment of the Wymondham Fire Brigade.
Our display showcases the story of firefighting in the town and includes previously unpublished photos, newspaper articles, artefacts and ephemera from the fire service over the years.
When: 21st June until 30th October 2021
Wymondham Women in WW1
What sort of work did the women of Wymondham do during WW1?
2018 was the centenary of the end of the First World War and we are hosting a display celebrating women living in Wymondham during the war and how they worked to support the war effort.
Using photos, post cards, letters and other documents our display tells the stories of the working lives of women of our town.
When: 21st June until 30th October 2021
The Lost Pubs of Wymondham
In 1622 there were 33 alehouses within the town and in 1747 Robert Cremer the vicar recorded 39 alehouse keepers serving a population of just 3213 residents. In 1877, there were 26 public houses and beer houses in Wymondham but by the turn of the 20th century the number of inns was declining and today only 6 remain in the town.
Our display uses photos and stories to commemorate the pubs gone from Wymondham over the years and show what is in their place now.
When: 21st June until 30th October 2021
Elizabeth Reed Art Display
The museum is once again pleased to host a display of art works by local artist Elizabeth Reed in our tea room.
The display can be viewed during the museum's normal opening hours and there is no admission charge but is an ideal opportunity to visit the museum when normal admission fees will apply.
When: 1st September until 30th September 2021
