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Guernsey Museums & Galleries
(Castle Cornet, Fort Grey and Guernsey Museum & Art Gallery)
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Exhibitions | Events | Living History | Outdoor Theatre |
CASTLE CORNET FESTIVAL OF LIVING HISTORY
(Guernsey 'History in Action' Company)
Dead Good - Living History! Step into Guernsey's past with stories, costumed characters, games and demonstrations over the Easter weekend.
For further information please contact Guernsey Museum: +44 (0) 1481 726518
Mediaeval horseplay at the 2004 Festival of Living History
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES MONTH
This year we are participating much more actively in this annual British celebration of museums and what they have to offer. We have a full programme of gallery talks, demonstrations and living history performances.
NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM
As part of Museums’ Month, Guernsey Museum & Art Gallery will open on Saturday evening with short talks, music and refreshments.
Details available from the Museum +44 (0) 1481 726518 or the Guernsey Information Centre +44 (0) 1481 723552 in May.
THE BIRTHDAY OF HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN
FREE ENTRY TO GUERNSEY MUSEUMS
To mark the official birthday of Her Majesty the Queen, Castle Cornet, Fort Grey and Guernsey Museum will be opening their doors without charge on this day.
For further details please contact Guernsey Information Centre on +44 (0)1481 723552
HM Queen Elizabeth II at Castle Cornet in 2001, to open the 201 Squadron RAF Museum
MEDIEVAL MIDSUMMER
The gates of Castle Cornet will be thrown open for this Midsummer event. Come along for what promises to be a fun day and evening with a Medieval theme. Entry fees will be reduced for anyone in medieval costume.
For further details please call Guernsey Information Centre on +44 (0) 1481 713888
CHILDHOOD MEMORIES EXHIBITION - Childrens' Party
To launch the Childhood Memories Exhibition there will be an old-fashioned childrens’ party on Saturday 28 June; the Exhibition will then run until 12 October. Toys, games and reminiscences of all our childhoods at Guernsey Museum & Art Gallery!
Contact the Museum on +44 (0) 1481 726518
Photo: Peter Brehaut Collection
LIVING HISTORY - BURNT AT THE STAKE
The story of three Guernsey women accused of heresy in 1556 recorded in Foxes Book of Martyrs. You are invited to join the townspeople of St Peter Port as they follow the unfortunate women being led to their fate.
(Starts 6:15 p.m. at the Picquet House). For further information please contact Guernsey Museum on +44 (0) 1481 726518
CASTLE NIGHT
supported by HMV
One of a series of FREE evenings within the walls of St Peter Port's Castle Cornet. On Friday nights between 18th July – 8th August there will be an array of entertainment presented against the stunning backdrop of the Castle. Bring your own picnic or drop in to enjoy a free evening.
For further details please contact The Information Centre on +44 (0) 1481 723552
CASTLE NIGHT
supported by HMV
One of a series of FREE evenings within the walls of St Peter Port's Castle Cornet. On Friday nights between 18th July – 8th August there will be an array of entertainment presented against the stunning backdrop of the Castle. Bring your own picnic or drop in to enjoy a free evening.
For further details please contact The Information Centre on +44 (0) 1481 723552
Castle Cornet, Guernsey; oblique aerial view looking south
LIVING HISTORY - BURNT AT THE STAKE
The story of three Guernsey women accused of heresy in 1556 recorded in Foxes Book of Martyrs. You are invited to join the townspeople of St Peter Port as they follow the unfortunate women being led to their fate.
(Starts 6:15 p.m. at the Picquet House). For further information please contact Guernsey Museum on +44 (0) 1481 726518
CASTLE NIGHT
supported by HMV
One of a series of FREE evenings within the walls of St Peter Port's Castle Cornet. On Friday nights between 18th July – 8th August there will be an array of entertainment presented against the stunning backdrop of the Castle. Bring your own picnic or drop in to enjoy a free evening.
For further details please contact The Information Centre on +44 (0) 1481 723552
ROCQUAINE REGATTA
The Rocquaine Regatta has a long and distinguished reputation for fun. A full day (and evening) of free entertainment and activities for both the young and young at heart, including beach and stage events, sandcastles, inshore swimming and sailing, as well as raft races, 5-a-side football and volleyball and even a mini-macho contest. Held on Guernsey’s beautiful southwest coast, there is also free entry to Fort Grey, Maritime Museum.
Rocquaine Bay, Guernsey, oblique aerial view from the south
CASTLE NIGHT
supported by HMV
One of a series of FREE evenings within the walls of St Peter Port's Castle Cornet. On Friday nights between 18th July – 8th August there will be an array of entertainment presented against the stunning backdrop of the Castle. Bring your own picnic or drop in to enjoy a free evening.
For further details please contact The Information Centre on +44 (0) 1481 723552
Sat 15 November - Sat 31 December 2008
Guernsey Museum & Art Gallery - Lukis Room
A Victorian Christmas
Featuring Victorian themed Christmas displays and activities for all the family.