Forty years ago today (March 30) Horsham Museum’s barn was officially opened by the then Curator Evan Perry. Many visitors to the Museum may be forgiven for thinking this impressive building has always been a part of Causeway House. But no, it was formerly situated on the Hills Place Estate, a country farm where theContinue reading “Museum’s largest artefact celebrates birthday”
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Renowned Horsham artist who had his own museum
On this day (March 24) back in 1865 the distinguished artist and collector John Guille Millais was born in Scotland. Sixty-six years later, on his birthday, he died at his home, Comptons Brow, on the edge of St Leonards Forest, Horsham. John Guille was the seventh child of the painter Sir John Everett Millais andContinue reading “Renowned Horsham artist who had his own museum”
Spring at Horsham Museum’s garden
It’s the first day of spring and to celebrate we’ve been in the beautiful Horsham Museum & Art Gallery’s garden. The Museum garden volunteers have been busy all winter getting the area ready for visitors who enjoy this tranquil spot in the heart of Horsham. Our slideshow gives a glimpse of the many sights onContinue reading “Spring at Horsham Museum’s garden”
Horsham Museum Friends’ AGM on horizon
An important date is coming up next month! The Friends of Horsham Museum & Art Gallery’s Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday April 17 at 7.30pm in the Wesley Hall, London Road Methodist Church. There will be the usual formal agm business, including election of officers and annual reports. However, once this is finished theContinue reading “Horsham Museum Friends’ AGM on horizon”
Museum hosts Shelley Memorial Project vote
The project to have a fitting memorial statue in Horsham for poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, who had strong links with the town, has gathered apace. Horsham Museum & Art Gallery is currently acting as host to the four statue models and is inviting the public to vote for their favourite and leave any comments. TheContinue reading “Museum hosts Shelley Memorial Project vote”
Friends of Horsham Museum & Art Gallery 