RICHMOND REMEMBERS: 100 YEARS OF THE POPPY FACTORY
A forthcoming 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 its centenary year
THE ARTISTS RIFLES
Tuesday 18 October 2022
Doors open at 7:15pm, talk starts at 7:30pm
Kindly hosted by: The Poppy Factory, 20 Petersham Road, Richmond, TW10 6UR
In person: £10, includes refreshments, Online: £5
Join Patrick Baty, who served in the Artists Rifles for ten years and is the regimental archivist, and discover the story of what was perhaps the most curious regiment in the British Army.
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Our usual opening hours are Tuesday to Friday, 11am to 5pm and Saturdays, 11am to 4pm
FAMILIES
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!
COFFEE* AND CRAFTING
(* 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.
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SCHOOLS
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.
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