
Bobbins and Lacemaking
Here we focus on a nineteenth-century lace bobbin. Or at least, we’ll start with one bobbin and then look at a few others. This will
Here we focus on a nineteenth-century lace bobbin. Or at least, we’ll start with one bobbin and then look at a few others. This will
A box, but a very special box. It is Cowper’s portable writing box, which opens up to become a miniature desk. This ‘writing slope’, to
In 1893, the Buckinghamshire Archaeological Society published an article in ‘Records of Buckinghamshire’ titled ‘Olney Church’. BAS has kindly allowed us to reproduce their article
Today we casually toss away our used tissues into a waste bin. If you lived in Georgian times handkerchiefs and their flirty language were the
Here we look at two rings in the museum collection which date from the mid-eighteenth century and are said to have belonged to William Cowper.
In 1893, the Buckinghamshire Archaeological Society published an article in ‘Records of Buckinghamshire’ which contained an image of a page from ‘The Monthly Review.’ It
The reinterment of the remains of the Rev John Newton and his wife, Mary Newton, took place at the church of St Peter & St
The counterpane in Cowper’s bedroom is made of cotton, and was finished in about 1790. It was made for him by one of his female
Cowper’s three hares – Puss, Tiney and Bess – soon became an integral part of his life story and have remained so. Two of the
The most detailed account of Cowper’s pet hares is contained in a letter he sent to The Gentleman’s Magazine. It was published in the June
We discuss here the materials and design of a straw-work box dating from the late eighteenth or early nineteenth century. It belonged to the
Our examination of this small bottle prompts reflections on perfumes, herbal remedies, gardening and the English weather. It was given to Wordsworth after Cowper’s death.
No one really knows the origins of the world famous Pancake Race at Olney, but it is a long and loved tradition in the town.
During the 18th century the regular army was constantly under strain from actions abroad such as the wars in North America and combatting Napoleon’s expansion
Within the Poor Laws records in the Museum Archive there is also a small book which gives insights into the Roundsman system of poor relief.
In 1900, the then newly opened Cowper Memorial Museum was given twelve Overseers of the Poor ledger books. They cover the period 1744 to 1820
Olney & District Historical Society (ODHS) was founded in 1997 by a group of like-minded people determined to keep Olney history alive for all generations of
William Cowper and John Newton are the most famous residents of Olney, but William Legge, the 2nd Earl of Dartmouth, is probably the most significant
Museum Development Officer Fixed Term Contract: April 2022 –April 2023 3 days per week This role is suitable as a freelance or employed post Salary: £ 20,000 per annum or fixed fee. IF EMPLOYED plus pension, annual leave of 20 days pro rata Location: C&N Museum and remote working. The post requires travelling to meetings
Fixed Term Contract April 2022 – October 2023 4 days per week (0.8) The role is based at the Museum with opportunities for home working when appropriate Reports to: Cowper & Newton Museum Trustees Salary: £26,500k per annum Amazing Grace 250 – Celebrating a Diverse Legacy Role overview: Made possible by money raised by National
Amazing Grace 250: Celebrating a Diverse Legacy Today the Cowper & Newton Museum in Olney is celebrating after receiving a grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund of £98,760 towards their exciting heritage project, ‘Amazing Grace 250 – Celebrating A Diverse Legacy’. Made possible by money raised by National Lottery players, and match funded by
Following the announcement of the Award on 2nd June 2020, the Vice Lord Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire Mr Alexander Boswell today presented
We are honoured to announce that on Tuesday 2nd June Cowper & Newton Museum Volunteers received the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service
The Cowper & Newton Museum in Olney has been awarded a £93,800 Heritage Lottery Fund grant National for the next step in its refurbishment programme
All eyes are set to be on Olney in 2022 & 2023, when the town will be at the centre of commemorations to mark the 250th anniversary of one of the world’s most beloved hymns, ‘Amazing Grace’.
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