Events
All our upcoming events are listed here…
True’s Talk: 500 Years Since Lynn’s Tudor Political Revolution (1524-2024)
Dr. Paul Richards will be giving the second talk in this season’s True’s Talks series, titled ‘500 Years Since Lynn’s Tudor Political Revolution (1524-2024)’ to explain the changes brought about to King’s Lynn during this tumultuous period in history under Henry VIII’s rule. True’s Talks are free but places are limited. Please call 01553 770479…
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True’s Talk: Death in the Time of Cholera: A Lethal Outbreak in London in 1854
Join us for a fascinating talk by local historian and former medical practitioner, Dr. Eric Somerville, on ‘Death in the Time of Cholera: A Lethal Outbreak in London in 1854’. This will be the first in our new series of free history talks starting in September. True’s Talks are free but places are limited. Please…
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Poos, Pots and Cave Art Drop in Children’s Activities
Who did the poo? Was it Rex the Roman, Eric the Viking or Tommy the Tudor! Test your archaeological skills by making and investigating ancient poos to solve the mystery! You will also have the chance to get creative with our cave art and prehistoric pottery making activities. Learn all about the art of the…
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Summer Art Exhibition
A new Art Exhibition is opening at the fisherfolk museum. After the success of the Maritime Art Exhibitions of 2021 and 2022 and the Portraits exhibition of 203, the trustees decided to hold a fourth at the Community Museum located on the corner of North Street and St Ann’s Street. The theme this year is…
Read MoreA Victorian Experience: North End Tours
Join us on an immersive guided tour of the North End of King’s Lynn and discover the long lost world of the Northenders! This adventure of discovery will include a walk around the streets of the area of this once bustling community of King’s Lynn’s fisherfolk, with our knowledgeable tour guides pointing out local history…
Read MoreLocal History Day: King’s Lynn Fish and Chips Heroes Exhibition
Join us for our Local History Day exhibition on the 25th May featuring our nominated King’s Lynn’s local history heroes: The Chippes! Find out all about the intriguing history of fish and chips, how the trade rapidly caught on in King’s Lynn during the late 19th century and how King’s Lynn outstripped all other towns…
Read MoreFamily Fun Day
All the Fun of the Fair- Family Activity Day at True’s Yard Fisherfolk Museum To celebrate the return of The Mart True’s Yard Fisherfolk Museum will bring the fun of the fair indoors with a Funfair themed Family Activity Day. The activity day which takes place on Wednesday 21st February is free for children and…
Read MoreTrue’s Talk Medieval Paintings in Our Local Churches
TRUE’S TALKS (27th SERIES) ‘Medieval Paintings in Our Local Churches’ by David Savage is the 3rd lecture in the 27th series of True’s Talks. This event is free, however, numbers are limited so booking is essential. Places are available to book by contacting the Museum. Al lectures are free. For further details- Call: 01553…
Read MoreFamily History Session with Vic and Val
Are you interested in researching your family history? Need some help? Try our one of our informal Saturday morning groups Improve your family history research skills with Vic & Val Taylor. Saturdays mornings 10:30am-12pm Starting January 2024
Read MoreAdmission Prices
Adults £5.00
Concessions: (Over 60's, Blue Light, Students) £4.00
Children £2.00 (under 5′s go free)
Family (2 adults + 2 children) £8.00
Registered Carers: Free
Research Centre: Free
We welcome all assistance dogs, water is available on request