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.
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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.
Horsham Museum featured on BBC’s Bargain Hunt
A collection of over 1,000 historic posters from William Albery showcased on BBC’s Bargain Hunt highlights Horsham’s rich history and local heritage.
Horsham sporting hero’s race against a horse!
On August 16, 1919, Alfred Shrubb raced against a horse named Kitty M in Horsham. Despite restrictions, Shrubb finished two laps behind, entertaining a cheering crowd.
