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. TheContinueContinue reading “Museum hosts Shelley Memorial Project vote”

Romantic story of a Valentine creation

Valentine’s Meat Juice The creation of a meat juice recipe may not sound the most romantic of stories on Valentine’s Day, but behind its invention lies a touching love story. In the Horsham Museum & Art Gallery archives is this little bottle that bears the name Valentine’s Meat Juice. Back in 1870 in Richmond, Virginia,ContinueContinue reading “Romantic story of a Valentine creation”

Horsham half-term children’s fun returns

During the past year or so Horsham Museum & Art Gallery has gained an excellent reputation for its craft activities during school holidays. These themed days now attract dozens of young visitors and their parents or guardians on each occasion. For just £1 per participant children can enjoy creating all manner of objects or takeContinueContinue reading “Horsham half-term children’s fun returns”