We tell the story of Nantwich (Cheshire, UK) through the ages, including Roman salt making, the town's great fire in 1583, the Civil War (including the 1644 Battle of Nantwich), cheesemaking. Talks, guided walks, school visits and more. Admission FREE.https://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3mpssxkgfck2cThe USA is 250 years old. Is that it? We have objects older than the USA. Come visit Nantwich Museum. Open 10-4, Tuesday to Saturday Free Admission #4thofjuly #independenceday #museum #historyfacts04 Jul 2026 10:09 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpssxkgfck2chttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3mpqsyvuz2c23#festivalofarchaeology New Tour! Discover Medieval Nantwich - Saturday 18th July - as part of the Festival of Archaeology. Tickets can be booked in the museum or via our website03 Jul 2026 15:04 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpqsyvuz2c23https://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3mp6q3squqs2xBrilliant responses so far to our Summer Exhibition: 'Hospital Street: A Street Through Time' Pop in to Nantwich Museum and learn about the storied history of this town!26 Jun 2026 10:24 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3mp6q3squqs2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3mouzpoqjws2m'Hospital Street: A Street Through Time' opens tomorrow, Tuesday 23rd, at Nantwich Museum. This major exhibition tells the story of one of the main streets in town. Produced by the museum's Research Group it recounts the development of the street from prehistory to the present day.22 Jun 2026 13:50 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3mouzpoqjws2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3mog3koflf22sAcross the Tracks - The Art of Nantwich Station Footbridge On show at Nantwich Museum until June 20th, 2026. Come along!16 Jun 2026 15:13 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3mog3koflf22shttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3mni3b5j4fc27History Book Sale! This Saturday! Come along. We have lots of excellent books, including this gem on the history of cranes, in case anyone has that particular interest! Plus a lot more. Pop in and see what you can find! Three for the price of Two - cheapest book free.04 Jun 2026 16:47 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3mni3b5j4fc27https://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3mff443aoo225Recently we've been busy making improvements to our exhibitions and displays. This new exhibit, building on our Wonders of Colour project, features historic local people (famous and not so famous!) associated with science - here's a look at the newly installed pictutes. (Funded by the @rsc.org)21 Feb 2026 17:03 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3mff443aoo225https://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3mcevbvbjxs2nWe're really pleased to report that we have a brand new website! Still at the same URL, nantwichmuseum.org.uk. Lots of info - booking talks & walks, exploring our exhibits, info for schools, new-look shop, learning about Museum membership, and more! Have a browse, we hope you enjoy our new site.14 Jan 2026 10:45 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcevbvbjxs2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3mbtj4tnhbk2kWe’re looking forward to a new art exhibition at the Museum, opening 10 Jan! "Four Visions of Cheshire" by Cheshire artists David Kereszteny Lewis, Ali Kippax, Andy McFadden and Jon Clayton explores Cheshire landscapes. Artwork & merchandise for sale.07 Jan 2026 12:52 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3mbtj4tnhbk2khttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3m3ri6sv5cc27We’re proud of our Treasures collection. Some are currently on loan to the Museum of Liverpool's “Treasure: history unearthed” exhibition, bringing together artefacts at the British Museum and museums from Wales and the northwest of England. For more info go to www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/whatson22 Oct 2025 08:59 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3ri6sv5cc27https://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3m3hjfkk2b22kDuring the first phase of our "Wonders of Colour" events, Fabio Parmeggiani gave a superb talk about dyeing, "Chemistry to Dye For", with live chemistry demonstrations, thoroughly enjoyed by the audience. A video is now available on the Museum's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FesWAx2HuSQ&t=2s18 Oct 2025 09:54 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3hjfkk2b22khttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3m3hj656ybc2kNew exhibition at the Museum: Lazy Afternoon in Cheshire, by Ela Levando, who was trained in Poland. Ela graduated from the State High School of Fine Arts in Łódź, and later studied at the Faculty of Fine Arts at Nicolaus Copernicus University, Toruń. Free meet the artist event Sat 25 Oct 2-4pm18 Oct 2025 09:50 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3hj656ybc2khttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3m37yovxefc2cOur Wonders of Colour exhibition has now opened, bringing to life the colourful history and science of dyes, pigments, food, art, stained glass, a 17th century dye house, tanning, and more. Objects and stories from the town’s history illustrate the impact of technology over the years @rsc.org15 Oct 2025 10:07 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3m37yovxefc2chttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3m2mjyn4pis2bOur 'Wonders of Colour' exhibition opens on Tues 14 Oct (running until 22 Nov) - lots of fascinating and colourful exhibits - we're looking forward to installing it! We also have a series of great talks - book at nantwich-museum.arttickets.org.uk, or call in Tue-Sat 10am-4pm @rsc.org07 Oct 2025 16:23 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2mjyn4pis2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3lzxqih3yf224We're looking forward to the next phase of our Wonders of Colour programme of events. The exhibition opens on 14th October, with children's workshops during half term, and a range of talks with a colour theme.29 Sep 2025 09:53 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lzxqih3yf224https://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3lyxouj336c27Some great talks scheduled for the autumn to accompany our 'Ancient villages - seven miles around Nantwich' exhibition16 Sep 2025 15:59 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lyxouj336c27https://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3lysde2fhnk24A great way to learn about a town's history is by going on walking tours and we run lots! Around the town centre, ancient streets, the River Weaver, historic pubs, plus special ones around events (e.g. the Battle of Nantwich re-enactment, the Food Festival). All popular with residents and visitors.14 Sep 2025 12:50 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lysde2fhnk24https://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3lxudby2l3227Lots going on at the Museum for the upcoming Heritage Open Days. For more information or to book go to nantwich-museum.arttickets.org.uk (where you'll see other future events too).02 Sep 2025 14:29 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lxudby2l3227https://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3lxryrdgzik2lA recent addition to our collection, this almost larger than life suit of armour has somehow been accommodated in our main gallery's Civil War display. Look out for him when you're visiting - he's hard to miss!01 Sep 2025 16:15 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lxryrdgzik2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3lwwc5gjfnc26We have an exhibition at present featuring VJ Day and the stories of local people at the time. A Reminiscence Book is available where visitors can record their (or those of their family members) memories of war time in our area. The exhibition runs until Sat 11 Oct. Admission free.21 Aug 2025 15:48 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lwwc5gjfnc26https://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3lwvxg5eaxc2kIt’s been an exciting time recently with fab events for our Wonders of Colour programme (supported by the @rsc.org). Engaging talks with chemistry demonstrations, a weaving/spinning/dyeing event & children's colour-themed workshops. Now we’re preparing for an exhibition and talks in the autumn!21 Aug 2025 12:36 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lwvxg5eaxc2khttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3lvtbauzwcc2vA huge "thank you" to the South Cheshire & Borders Guild of Weavers, Spinners & Dyers, whose demos in Nantwich Town Square today were part of our "Wonders of Colour" series of events. People were fascinated by the demos and the group's displays of yarns and fibres coloured with natural dyes07 Aug 2025 17:29 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lvtbauzwcc2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3luzaetcng22qWe're proud of our little courtyard garden at the Museum. We're gearing up for our "Wonders of Colour" events - 2 new posters with information about the history of dyeing in #Nantwich and plants used for natural dyeing, plus labels with info about the plants we're growing @rsc.org28 Jul 2025 09:04 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3luzaetcng22qhttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3luulw3cr5k2vOur new exhibition “Ancient Villages - Seven Miles Round Nantwich”, was inspired by a notebook compiled by 19th century #Nantwich historian James Hall & features place names, churches, pubs, transport, zoos, people & quirky stories! The notebook, loaned by the Cheshire Record Office, is on display26 Jul 2025 12:48 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3luulw3cr5k2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3lurjxdzbl227Looking forward to some exciting demonstrations during our Wonders of Colour programme! See https://nantwich-museum.arttickets.org.uk/nantwich-museum/chemistry-to-dye-for-684841be7675a and https://nantwich-museum.arttickets.org.uk/nantwich-museum/the-palette-on-your-plate-exploring-the-rainbow-of-foods-684845d6dc0bf for more info25 Jul 2025 07:34 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lurjxdzbl227https://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3luied3hltc2kSome great events coming up at Nantwich Museum in August, blending history and science - the talks/chemistry demonstrations can be booked at nantwich-museum.arttickets.org.uk21 Jul 2025 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3luied3hltc2khttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3lu3qjaanlk2sStarting next week Nantwich Museum will run two special tours to celebrate the Festival of Archaeology 2025...16 Jul 2025 15:33 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lu3qjaanlk2shttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3lt7sun376s2gFor our Wonders of Colour events we'll have live chemistry demos! "Chemistry to Dye For" 11 Aug & "The Palette on your Plate" 12 Aug. Suitable for older children & adults. Booking: https://nantwich-museum.arttickets.org.uk/nantwich-museum/chemistry-to-dye-for-684841be7675a and https://nantwich-museum.arttickets.org.uk/nantwich-museum/the-palette-on-your-plate-exploring-the-rainbow-of-foods-684845d6dc0bf05 Jul 2025 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lt7sun376s2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3lt7rw52yjk2gFor our "Wonders of Colour" events we're very grateful to the South Cheshire and Borders Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers who will be giving weaving and spinning demonstrations in Nantwich Town Square on Thu 7 Aug (10am - 3pm) - if you're in the area please drop by05 Jul 2025 12:44 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lt7rw52yjk2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/nantwichmuseum.bsky.social/post/3lt7rp5qky22gAt Nantwich Museum we’re hard at work preparing for the first phase of our “Wonders of Colour” events and activities. We'll have fun-filled drop-in family workshops (all with a colour and dyeing theme) on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout August, 10am-3pm05 Jul 2025 12:40 +0000at://did:plc:l2wc6riq3i2w52rdbfse2p2i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lt7rp5qky22g