Our usual opening hours are: Tuesday to Fridays, 11am to 5pm and Saturdays, 11am to 4pm.

FREE entry!

Please note that regular workshops for schools, families and adults are held in our temporary exhibition area, during which times it may be too busy to view the current exhibition. Please contact us in advance if you would like to know what activities are planned at the Museum for the day of your visit.

Find out more about our exhibitions, events and workshops for adults.

A free exhibition, 27 September 2022 – May 2023

Founded in the aftermath of the First World War as a means to employ disabled ex-servicemen, The Poppy Factory continues to support veterans and produce Remembrance wreaths from its home on Petersham Road today. Discover 100 years of history as we celebrate the Factory’s centenary year.

(* or tea if you would prefer!)

Have the Lockdowns inspired you to try a new craft, but you are not sure where to start?
Do online videos lack the personal touch for you?
Then join the team at the Museum of Richmond and Works of Love for some FREE crafting workshops for adults at the Museum!

Each month we will be exploring the story behind a beautifully crafted object in the Museum’s collection, then the friendly and experienced Works of Love Team will show you how to start your own projects, including embroidery and patchwork.

Click here to find out more and book your places

Using  objects from the Museum’s handling collection, learn more about the history of the local area and have a go at arts and craft activities!

Join the Museum Team to discover more of the secrets and stories behind the Museum’s collection. 

Every Thursday at 2pm. No need to book – just head to the Museum’s reception. 

From prehistory to World War Two, our professional Learning Team can bring the past to life, in our hands on workshops, using museum objects and local case studies.

Explore the Museum’s collection of over 5000 objects

Many of our resources are available for free, however if you would like to make a donation to the Museum of Richmond you can do so by clicking below: