Many people will be taking part in Bonfire Night tonight (or on other nights), watching colourful fireworks light up the night sky at various organised and private events. However, imagine Horsham’s streets full of people watching a large procession of folk dressed in all manner of costumes, accompanied by carts containing flaming cauldrons and fireworksContinueContinue reading “Celebrating the Horsham Bonfire Boys”
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Friends’ next talk – personal perspective of Hilaire Belloc
Our next event is on Wednesday November 12 at 2pm in the Lounge at the Cornerstone Methodist Church, London Road, Horsham. Come and meet Chris Hare, a noted Sussex historian and academic who will explain how Hilaire Belloc affected his personal journey through challenging times. Hilaire Belloc and Chris Hare (inset). Belloc spent his boyhoodContinueContinue reading “Friends’ next talk – personal perspective of Hilaire Belloc”
Adopt an Object – anyone for cricket?
It’s always a problem finding a Christmas present for those people who seem to have all they need. However, we have an interesting suggestion – what about adopting one of Horsham Museum & Art Gallery’s artefacts? The money raised through this scheme helps fund important projects at the museum, such as the conservation of ourContinueContinue reading “Adopt an Object – anyone for cricket?”
Guides’ night at the Museum!
The movie franchise ‘Night at the Museum’ became reality for 2nd Broadbridge Heath Guides recently when they spent a night at Horsham Museum & Art Gallery. Luckily none of the artefacts came to life and everyone had a fun time. Below is a report from the Guides by Sharon Newman. ‘Whilst on a monopoly typeContinueContinue reading “Guides’ night at the Museum!”
On this day – Horsham’s crest granted in 1944
On this day (October 17) in 1944 a new coat of arms was officially granted to Horsham Urban District Council (as it was then). However, it wasn’t a quick or simple task. In fact, a great many people in the Horsham area (and beyond) were able to have a say and the historian, politician andContinueContinue reading “On this day – Horsham’s crest granted in 1944”
Friends of Horsham Museum & Art Gallery 