Nearly 140 years ago this month a pioneering woman in the world of politics and sexual freedom, who spent much of her early life in Horsham, passed away. Eliza Cook lived with her ten brothers and sisters and parents in a farm in St Leonard's Forest and was encouraged by her mother to take upContinue reading "Horsham woman who pushed for reform"
Friends’ talk this week – Sussex’s Literary Landscapes
The Friends of Horsham Museum & Art Gallery will host Dr. Geoffrey Mead on September 23, discussing Sussex literature from various historical perspectives. Admission is £7.50.
Curator’s Corner – Museum Friends-only event
Horsham Museum's temporary closure leads to exclusive Museum Friends events, including a talk on Hills Place's historical significance.
On this day – Great War soldiers’ arrival in Horsham, 1914
In September 1914, 6,300 troops passed through Horsham en route to Haywards Heath, well-received by the local community despite some logistical challenges.
Wonderful wildlife in Horsham Museum garden
Despite harsh weather, Horsham Museum’s volunteer gardeners thrived, attracting wildlife, including the notable wasp spider, before temporary closure.
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