Cambridge Folk Museum is a bit of a hidden treasure. Tucked away at the top of Northampton Street in an old Coaching Inn it is full of fascinating treasures, delicious cakes and a funky shop.
Find out about Fenland history, see old Cambridge artifacts, look at old toys and kitchen equipment. It is a real treasure trove.
As the only independently run Museum in Cambridge it does really well supporting itself – but of course as ever it needs more funding as some grants it relied on have been cut. The staff there are amazingly dedicated and there is a fantastic programme of talks taking place: Cambridge Women and Work – from ladies of discussion to women of action. Look at their website for more details www.folkmuseum.org.uk
And do come to a fun vintage fundraising for the Museum in the quaint thatched Village Hall at Grantchester. Fun for all ages and a true vintage tea from the delightful Miss Sue Flay.
April 23rd, 2012 at 1:59 pm
Thank you for the information – I have been living in Cambridge for the last 10 years and never been there! Will do at the weekend.
April 23rd, 2012 at 6:45 pm
The Village Hall is delightful – with a thatched reading room at the front – this is where the pop up tea-room will be. Really excited about this event as it will be great fun.
See you on the 27th May.
June 17th, 2012 at 12:45 pm
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