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.

Festival info
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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Getting here

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