Heritage Week runs from Saturday 13th to Sunday 21st September and, this year, the theme is Architecture. The Walks of Life Museum will be open every day. The former 18th-century posting house in Tuxford is now the Museum of the Horse and gallery. The conference room at the museum is available for weekly bookings or one-off events.
The museums are busy preparing for a second online auction via the-saleroom.com on the evening of Saturday 19th October. This allows visitors to bid from the comfort of their own homes. Lots can be viewed online from early October. In person, the lots will be available for viewing in the conference room on Friday 17th from 10.00am to 4.00pm and Saturday 18th from 10.00am to 1.00pm. Entries are welcome if you wish to sell anything. One visitor said it was one of the most interesting auctions he had attended for a long time. Although there is a strong sporting theme, there will also be a good selection of non-sporting items.
Other upcoming events
- Saturday 13th September at 2.00pm: The Walks of Life Museum will commemorate the 85th year of the Battle of Britain.
- Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th September, from 11.00am to 3.00pm: Discover the history of building materials and restoration in Nottinghamshire. Meet the conservation team who are working on the house, which is at least 400 years old. Space is limited, so please contact the museum if you would like to attend.
- Saturday 21st September is the International Day of Peace. The museum has been paying tribute in the memory garden by decorating stones in remembrance or creative enjoyment. Contributions are welcome.
For more information, please contact Diane at 01777 872776 or dianehunt08@btinternet.com.