The Norris Museum

04/06/2026

🏛️ One month to go!

In just four weeks, Bob Burn-Murdoch returns to St Ives for the first public talk he's given in over a decade. And he's chosen to share the stories – and mysteries – of our medieval bridge and chapel.

If you've been thinking about booking, now's the time. Seats are limited, and we're expecting this to sell out.

Mysteries of the Bridge and Chapel
Bob Burn-Murdoch
3rd July, 7-8.30pm at St Ives Corn Exchange

Tickets available now
https://buytickets.at/norrismuseum/2138793

04/06/2026

🕰️ Reminiscing at the Museum 🕰️

Everyone reminisces. Whether it's sharing childhood stories with friends, recalling family traditions around the dinner table, or remembering special moments from years gone by, reminiscing is all about happy memories and treasured experiences.

For older people, these memories can be especially meaningful and valuable. Over the last few years, our reminiscence work at the museum has involved visiting care homes, day centres, and social clubs, using objects and photographs from the past to spark long-term memories, encourage conversation, and empower people to tell their own stories.

We hold regular reminiscence sessions at the museum on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, from 10.30am–11.30am.

☕ Cost: £2.50 per person
🍪 Refreshments will be available

If you would like to join a reminiscence session, please contact Susan, Communities Officer, on 01480 497314 or email [email protected].

We look forward to welcoming you and hearing your stories.

03/06/2026

This week (1-7 June) is National Volunteers’ Week when we recognize and thank our volunteers for the huge contribution they make to what we do here at the Museum. We have an amazing team of volunteers who look after the garden (come rain or shine!), catalogue our collections, have responsibility for the shop, open Bridge Chapel at weekends, help with school visits and family activities; run our successful Art Club, Men’s Group, Reminiscence Sessions and Creative Café and give talks. We rely on their knowledge, expertise and enthusiasm for what they do and they are great company to work with! A big thank you to you all ❤️
We are always looking for more wonderful volunteers to join our friendly team and a list of roles is on our website. If you would like to join us please complete and return our Volunteer application form https://www.norrismuseum.org.uk/.../volunteer.../

02/06/2026

🛠️ Men's Group at The Norris Museum 🛠️

Looking to meet like-minded people, enjoy a chat, and take part in some great activities? Come along to our Men’s Group at The Norris Museum, St Ives!

At our next meeting on Thursday 4th June, we will be joind by Christine from Mercy Ships.

🗓️ When: 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month
🕜 Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Where: The Norris Museum, St Ives

Donation of £5 to cover refreshments and materials.

For more information, please contact Susan Bate at:
📧 [email protected]

30/05/2026

🎨 Arts Award Discover SEND is coming back this August! ✨

We are excited to be running Arts Award Discover SEND across TWO fun and creative sessions at the Norris Museum!

Participants must attend BOTH sessions to achieve their Arts Award Discover certificate, so please make sure you are available for both dates when booking.

📅 Choose from:
• Wednesday 5th August, 1–3pm & Thursday 6th August, 10am–12pm
OR
• Wednesday 19th August, 1–3pm & Thursday 20th August, 10am–12pm

Across the two sessions, participants will explore the museum gallery and collections while taking part in exciting hands-on creative activities.
✏️ Activities could include:
• Sketching
• Creative writing
• Arts and crafts
• And much more!

Participants will complete their own Arts Award logbook to take home and will receive their Arts Award Discover certificate approximately 4 weeks after the sessions.
✨ What you need to know:
• Designed for ages 7–16 with SEND
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• £15 per participant – includes the Arts Award certificate and all materials needed for both sessions
• Limited places available – booking is essential!
Book here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/norrismuseum/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_b95opu58gx
Come along for creativity, exploration, and achievement! 🌟

29/05/2026

On Thursday we had a lovely day with a group of young people taking part in Arts Award Discover in a Day!

Throughout the day they learnt about different artists, created their own drawings, designed beautiful mosaic coasters, and got hands-on with clay to make their own sculptures and pots. It was wonderful to see their creativity, imagination, and confidence shine through in every activity.

A fantastic day full of art, learning, and creativity.

27/05/2026

🪁 We’re ready to go for today’s Let’s Go Fly a Kite! Family Craft Day ✈️

The tables are set, the kites and gliders are ready, and we’re looking forward to welcoming families for an afternoon of creative flying fun!

The event is still running as planned despite the museum gallery currently being closed. Our Community Room, lovely garden, and toilet facilities are all open and accessible for visitors to enjoy.

We’ve also got two fans running in the Community Room, which is currently a pleasant temperature and ready for everyone to enjoy comfortably.

📍 Drop in anytime between 11:00am and 2:00pm
🎟️ Free activity – donations welcome

Come and get creative with us!

27/05/2026

🪁Let’s Go Fly a Kite - TODAY!✈️

Join us at the museum today for a fun family craft session all about things that fly!

Decorate and build your own kite, try out flying gliders, and experiment with paper aeroplane designs before testing whose can soar the highest or travel the furthest.

Perfect for families and children of all ages.

📅 Today
🕚 11:00am–2:00pm
🎟️ Free drop-in activity – donations welcome

We look forward to seeing you!

26/05/2026

🪁 Happening Tomorrow: Let’s Go Fly a Kite! ✈️

Join us tomorrow for a relaxed and creative family craft day all about things that fly!

Decorate and assemble your own kite, have a go with flying gliders, and try out different paper aeroplane designs before testing whose can fly the highest or furthest.

A perfect drop-in activity for families during half term!

📅 Wednesday 27th May
🕚 11:00am–2:00pm
🎟️ Free to drop in – donations welcome

We look forward to seeing you at the museum!

22/05/2026

The museum galleries will remain closed next week, but half term events on Tuesday and Wednesday as planned.
https://www.norrismuseum.org.uk/visit/events/
Apologies for any inconvenience, and we hope to welcoming you back into the galleries soon!

The Norris Museum is leading on a year long programme to celebrate the Chapel’s 600th anniversary with exhibitions, events, lecures and workshops.