‘Roade Remembered’ and ‘Pianoforte Supplies Ltd’
Ron Johnson will be displaying a slideshow of historic images, many of which you may have never seen, gleaned from the above two Facebook groups.
Roade Local History Society
Month: May 2019
Guided walk around Olney – South End
This is a short walk with plenty to see along the way. The route is paved but comfortable shoes are recommended. Meet your guide at the front of the Museum.
Cowper & Newton Museum
Tut’s Tat
A talk about Egyptomania and the influence on western arts following the opening up of Egypt by Napoleon and by the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb.
Olney Archaeological Society
Lawnmower Day
There is a great selection of mowers on show, ranging in age from the 1830s through to some relatively modern machines from the 1980s..
Milton Keynes Museum
Headmaster’s Tour of Stowe
Take a specialist tour with Dr Anthony Wallersteiner, current headmaster of Stowe House and learn about the history of the school.
Stowe House
Soulbury Pump House open day
Join the Canal & River Trust and Living Archive MK for a fun, relaxing open day for all the family at the Grade II Listed Pump House.
Canal & River Trust and Living Archive MK
Luxurious Locomotion
Colin Rowe explains the development and history of luxurious trains from the days of George Pullman to the current Venice Simplon Orient Express.
Hanslope & District Historical Society
Victorian Weekend
Enjoy a display of Victorian costume, discover old military snaps, learn about liquorish making, join Queen Victoria for a sumptuous high tea, and more.
Milton Keynes Museum