William Cowper’s Missing Will
Since the start of the COVID pandemic, the National Archives at Kew has allowed free downloads of digital records from its website, a concession which
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The Cowper & Newton Story Begins – 250 years
The Road to Olney – The Cowper & Newton Story @ 250 We are often asked how William Cowper and John Newton came to meet
Lace Making
Lace Making at the Cowper & Newton Museum Although the Lace Room is currently closed for exciting redevelopment, we are continuing to share our love
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OLNEY & DISTRICT HISTORY SOCIETY
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 Legge, 2nd Earl of Dartmouth, 1731-1801
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
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Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service
We are honoured to announce that on Tuesday 2nd June Cowper & Newton Museum Volunteers received the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service
Cowper & Newton Museum wins National Lottery support
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
