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What’s on
There is always so much going on here at the American Museum & Gardens, from our special exhibitions to our seasonal programme of events, with wellbeing classes, outdoor theatre, live music and much more.
22 July – 31 December
Brick America: An Adventure in LEGO® Bricks Exhibition
A super-fun exhibition, celebrating favourite icons from across the USA and inviting everyone to build and play. Enjoy exciting build stations and a LEGO bricks graffiti wall!
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EVERY WEEK
Pop-up Talks
Each week we offer a range of interesting and informative pop-up talks. These 15-minute presentations take place in the Manor House and cover a wide variety of topics about American culture and history. You can call the Museum on the morning of your visit to find out if a talk is scheduled for that day.
EVERY WEEK
Garden Tours
Each week we offer special guided tours of our American-style gardens. These 45-minute tours are led by our knowledgeable Garden Guides. You can call the Museum on the morning of your visit to find out if a tour is scheduled for that day.
Every month
Yoga & Wellbeing Mornings
Take time for self-care with a nourishing morning of yoga and meditation. Each month, explore a seasonal theme with two yoga sessions, wellbeing practice and a healthy brunch.
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Every month
Brilliant Beasties
A wonderful hour of fun and creativity for pre-schoolers and their parents/carers. Come along to sing songs, listen to stories, share rhymes and get crafty, while learning about ‘Brilliant Beasties’, our lovely animal friends.
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6 October
Log Cabin Quilting Workshop
Mary McGeown, a quilt maker and textile artist with over twenty years experience, invites you to a wonderful workshop about quilt design and composition.
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8 October
Bath Children’s Literature Festival
FREE full-site entry. Enjoy a fun family day out, with activities including playtime with LEGO bricks in the exhibition, storytelling, crafts, a reading corner, and gardens and parkland to explore.
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15 October
Jazz at the Museum: Fu-Jazz, featuring Iain Ballamy
Join us for an afternoon performance featuring the best in local jazz, sponsored by allinstruments.com
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17 October
Beeswax Lip Balm & Polish Workshop
Get creative and make your own natural beeswax lip balm and furniture polish with our beekeeper, and discover more wonderful things you can make with bee products.
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21–29 October
American Halloween Trick or Treat
Come in your costume over half term for a classic American-inspired festival of fun. Enjoy a seasonal feast of family activities and trails, and treats in the Deli.
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24 October
Museums Week – Day Out
In celebration of Bath Museums Week, we are delighted to offer free garden entry to BANES residents on Tuesday 24 October. Come along to enjoy the autumnal colours in the gardens.
19 November
Jazz at the Museum: Jon Lloyd Quartet
Join us for an afternoon performance featuring the best in local jazz, sponsored by allinstruments.com
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24 November
The Churchill Lecture: David Olusoga
David Olusoga will mark the 60th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Speech: ‘I Have a Dream’ with a unique lecture.
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17 December
Jazz at the Museum: John Law’s Re-Creations
Join us for an afternoon performance featuring the best in local jazz, sponsored by allinstruments.com
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December
Winter Wonderland
This festive season, experience a Winter Wonderland at the museum, with a beautiful tree in Central Hall, rooms festooned with decorations, seasonal food and fun Christmas workshops.
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