Museum of Chelmsford

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Sitting in the heart of the city in the beautiful Oaklands Park, we celebrate Chelmsford's diverse stories, from those who once lived and worked here to those who do now.

📢 We're hiring! We're looking for a friendly and organised Project Volunteer Coordinator to help lead an exciting museum...
03/06/2026

📢 We're hiring!
We're looking for a friendly and organised Project Volunteer Coordinator to help lead an exciting museum cataloguing project.

Working closely with our Curatorial team, you'll recruit, train and support volunteers while helping to catalogue and care for the museum's collections. It's a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to local heritage.

🕒 Part-time (22 hours per week)
📅 18-month fixed-term contract

View the council's current vacancies page to find out more and apply by 15 June: https://www.chelmsford.gov.uk/join-our-team/current-vacancies/

Calling all teachers!On Tuesday 16 June, join our Learning Team and a guest educationalist for a FREE hands-on, inspirin...
02/06/2026

Calling all teachers!
On Tuesday 16 June, join our Learning Team and a guest educationalist for a FREE hands-on, inspiring CPD session. We're celebrating the discovery of Britain’s largest gold Iron Age Coin Hoard, found in Great Baddow and on display for the first time from 18 July 2026.

This session includes behind-the-scenes insight into the Great Baddow Hoard as well as curriculum-linked ideas ready for use in the classroom, and so much more. It's perfect for teachers, local history leads and trainee teachers looking to build museum-based teaching skills.

To find out more and sign up, visit the link below!https://www.museumofchelmsford.co.uk/media/aqvninru/teacher-cpd-session-web-pdf.pdf

01/06/2026

Happy Volunteers Week!

We’re saying a massive THANK YOU to our amazing volunteers! From recording collections, getting stuck in during events and activities, to gathering feedback and being on hand to help customers. All our volunteers bring their experiences and enthusiasm, and its likely you’ll have met one or two – or several more! - when you’ve visited or seen us out and about.

During International Museum Day, one of our volunteers, Nick, told us all about his favourite place in the museum and his own story behind it. Here’s the video in case you missed it!

If you are interested in volunteering at the museum, visit our website and get in touch at https://www.museumofchelmsford.co.uk/get-involved/volunteering/

Tomorrow our newest exhibition 'Roots Chelmsford Windrush' opens in the Our Chelmsford room.This collaboration with Root...
31/05/2026

Tomorrow our newest exhibition 'Roots Chelmsford Windrush' opens in the Our Chelmsford room.

This collaboration with Roots Chelmsford gives us the opportunity to learn more about the story of those who came over from the Caribbean during World War II to help the United Kingdom rebuild by working in a variety of sectors such as construction, public transport, factories, manufacturing, etc.

We hope to continue to celebrate the contributions made by the Windrush generation beyond Windrush Day.

Come along and learn about the incredible people who have helped Chelmsford (the UK) become what it is today.

30/05/2026

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What a week ! 🎉 From choosing your superpower to creating your own costumes, we loved seeing you become History Heroes t...
29/05/2026

What a week ! 🎉

From choosing your superpower to creating your own costumes, we loved seeing you become History Heroes this May half term and hope you had as much fun as we did! Here are just a few highlights from the week.

Coming up next: get ready to discover the Great Baddow Hoard and become a curator yourself during the Summer Holidays! More details to follow very soon, but you can book now on our website: https://bit.ly/4wUS2vL

What objects tell Chelmsford’s story today?Spark! and the Museum of Chelmsford want to hear what objects tell your story...
28/05/2026

What objects tell Chelmsford’s story today?

Spark! and the Museum of Chelmsford want to hear what objects tell your story of life in Chelmsford now, to help shape the museum's future collection.

Maxine Dempster at the Museum of Chelmsford shares:

"I discovered my object that would represent my story in Chelmsford today before we moved here. Introducing my sleepy puppy.

Whilst getting ready to move, we needed to get rid of a lot of rubbish, which meant a trip to one of my favourite places in Chelmsford.

While there, I heard a rattle and a clink as a small ceramic object fell by the side of the car. Scooping it up, I saw it was this sleepy puppy, and I brought him home with me.

He's been sat snoozing in the sunshine for over 5 years now, nestled in the warm soil of my house plants. Did he find me to accompany me on my move to Chelmsford? Or did he know he'd find a peaceful place to nap for many years to come?!"

What object would you choose? Add it to the survey linked below, plus take a picture and tag it

🔗https://forms.gle/inHHkEReU4VJNEhG8

Collecting Our Future is produced by Culture Chelmsford and SPARK!, in collaboration with the Museum of Chelmsford and funded by Arts Council England, Anglia Ruskin University, Chelmsford City Council, Chelmsford College and Chelmsford For You.

Join Chris Stone, environmentalist and author, here at the museum on 27 June at 11am to discover the hidden deserts of E...
27/05/2026

Join Chris Stone, environmentalist and author, here at the museum on 27 June at 11am to discover the hidden deserts of Europe. European deserts are vast, sandy and little-known landscapes that feel a world away from their surroundings. They were once seen as barren and unwelcoming yet are now becoming recognised as vital habitats for rare wildlife and rich in human history.

In this visually striking talk, Chris Stone reveals why these overlooked places matter, how they are under threat and why they deserve protection. He offers a fresh and thought-provoking look at Europe’s natural environment and challenges common perceptions about these extraordinary landscapes which are much closer than you think.

Don’t 'desert' this talk – book your tickets now and dig deeper into the unknown!

Learn more: https://www.museumofchelmsford.co.uk/events/heathlands-and-badlands-the-deserts-of-europe-are-closer-than-you-think/

26/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended today’s session of the History Heroes May Half Term Adventures! It was great to see so many of your soaring into the museum today and letting out your inner superhero.

There are still a limited number of places available for tomorrow and Thursday’s sessions, so make sure you secure your space now via the link in our bio. We look forward to welcoming the next generation of History Heroes this week!

Superheroes of Chelmsford and beyond aged between 5 to 10, this is your FINAL call to join us tomorrow during the Histor...
25/05/2026

Superheroes of Chelmsford and beyond aged between 5 to 10, this is your FINAL call to join us tomorrow during the History Heroes takeover!

From 26 to 28 May 2026, join Rok, Maximus, Chameleon, Echo, Motion and brand-new character Will Wonder as they take you travelling through the ages. You'll be creating your own comic book, designing your own mask or headdress and then joining the squad for a day full of fun!

Have you secured your spot? Let us know below!

Address

Oaklands Park, Moulsham Street
Chelmsford
CM29AQ

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

01245 605700

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